Discover expert tips on choosing the right student loan with Carrie Johnson's guidance. Learn how federal and private loans differ and find options that suit your needs.

Amie Wilkinson says she would think twice about student loans if she had a do-over. Wilkinson, 45, graduated from college in California with a double Bachelor's of Arts in English and Political ...

As part of a new settlement, 7 million borrowers will be phased out of the program. With interest accruing since August, ...

Student debt does not have to be a 20 or 25 year sentence. With a clear plan, aggressive but realistic payments, and smart use of new federal rules, it is possible to clear balances in under a decade ...

There's a Hail Mary to keep the Saving on a Valuable Education student loan plan afloat, but don't bank on it. Rebecca Safier is a personal finance writer and certified student loan counselor who ...

Last year, more than 12,000 people emailed Betsy Mayotte and The Institute of Student Loan Advisors. They all got answers. For free. Last year, more than 12,000 people emailed Betsy Mayotte asking for ...

A long-time student loan advisor provided advice on new and changing repayment plans and cost-saving options as college students in Minnesota prepare to head back to school. Jack Wallace has more than ...

I’m in my mid-30s, and I’ve been married to my husband, “Greg,” for over 5 years. We are aligned on almost everything, except for one financial issue: his student loans. We both came from similar ...

How do adults pay for graduate school? My wife is starting a program in the fall, and we’re excited, but unsure of the best way to afford it. We are both in our early thirties. My salary is around $90 ...

As your child prepares to say goodbye to high school and hello to college, you probably have a lot on your mind — including ...

The average cost of college easily tips into tens of thousands of dollars, which is not an amount that is easy to come by for most people. That is where student loans enter the equation. Put simply, ...

If you're a college freshman, congratulations! You're now likely financially responsible for yourself. While that can be exciting, it can also be nerve-wracking — especially if you don't have a lot of ...