A look ahead at the federal policies taking effect in 2026 that will shape how students and families pay for college.

Big changes are on the horizon for federal financial aid and the college students who rely on it. Here's what to expect.

Learn about the different types of graduate student loans.

Key Points ・Graduate PLUS loans will no longer be available to new borrowers starting July 1, 2026. ・Parents and graduate ...

The proposal aims to fill a $90 million hole left by the Grad PLUS federal lending system, which will end for new borrowers ...

While enrolling in a graduate program can be an integral part of a long-term career, the cost of an advanced degree is substantial. As of 2023, you’ll typically pay between $54,000 and $73,000 for a ...

Among the many major changes to federal financial aid policy in Congress’s budget reconciliation bill, one could have an underreported but outsize effect on both college finances and educational ...

Graduate students may apply for Federal Direct Loans and Federal Direct PLUS Loans. Additional information about each type of loan can be found at studentaid.gov. Federal Direct Loan Direct Loans are ...

Tighter limits on borrowing for master’s and professional degrees are leaving prospective students and colleges fearful of ...

Nurses are seeking to change a pending Trump administration policy excluding them from a list of professions eligible for ...

The UW School of Graduate Education understands that graduate students encounter distinct responsibilities and challenges during this phase of their academic journey. To help you excel both ...