Sunday, October 12, 2008

student loans

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How About a Bailout for Debt-Strapped Students?

Because of the slumping economy, more young graduates might have trouble making their payments. more >>

Researchers Offer New Ideas for College Financial Aid Reform

The group supports tax forms as financial aid applications and restructuring the student loan program. more >>

Last-Minute Student Loans Are Still Available

Legislation passed in the spring appears to be helping students stay in school this fall. more >>

Three Tips for Finding the Most Affordable Student Loan

Making the smart pick upfront will save you money later. more >>

A Failing Financial Aid System Keeps Students Out of College

Money for college is hard to find and isn't keeping up with rising costs. more >>

Thanks to the Government, Student Loans Are a Better Bargain

Government reaction to the credit crunch makes federal programs the way to go this year. more >>

Families Look All Over for College Cash, Survey Finds

Nevertheless, about 25 percent still miss out on federal financial aid. more >>

Audio: Student Loan Forgiveness

Some public-sector employees are eligible for new programs. more >>

How to Get Student Loans Forgiven

Most people need to plan on repaying what they borrowed. more >>

Another Hint of Student Loan Troubles?

One blogger points out a potential problem of lenders' dependence on technology. more >>

Cheaper, Bigger, and Cooler Student Loans

New federal standards ease some of the financial pressure for students and their parents. more >>

Student Loan Fraud

FTC releases a new guide on avoiding misleading ads. more >>

Tips for Avoiding Student Loan Scams

Be very skeptical of any offer that looks like it's coming from the federal government. more >>

Five Charged With $690,000 in Student Loan Fraud

The indictment raises concern that there could be significant abuse in the private loan sector. more >>

The Problem with Federal Loan Forgiveness Programs

Loan forgiveness for public service won't add up for most students, one official says. more >>

Student Loans Make Money for Taxpayers

The profit margins of 5.5 to 30 percent will fund other student loan programs. more >>

Help, My Student-Loan Check Bounced!

Hundreds of students are being affected by a credit-crunch bankruptcy. more >>

Bush Signs Emergency Student Loan Legislation

The law raises the maximum students can borrow from the government by $2,000. more >>

Colleges Drop Their Loan Programs

Administrators at more than 250 public colleges have opted out of the Stafford loan program. more >>

The Student Loan 'Un-Ad'

Marketing techniques include making parodies of Super Bowl ads. more >>

Perkins Loans: Frequently Asked Questions

Find out why they're the cheapest educational loans available. more >>

Private Loans: Frequently Asked Questions

Making sense of cosigns, tax deductions, and the credit crunch. more >>

Stafford Loans: Frequently Asked Questions

Loan forgiveness and fixed interest rates are two Stafford benefits. more >>

PLUS Loans: Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students. more >>

Should I Lend Money to My Child?

It's risky, but a new service might make it easier to get paid back. more >>

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