How College Work-Study Works — and How to Land the Good Jobs
By Debbie Schwartz, founder of Road2College Work-study is one of the most misunderstood lines on a college aid offer. Families […]
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Bill Would Block Social Security Garnishment for Student Loan Borrowers
A new bill spearheaded by Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) would permanently stop the federal government from garnishing borrowers’ Social Security
The Final SAVE Plan Lawsuit Is Fully Briefed — Here’s When Borrowers Could Get An Answer
The U.S. Department of Education filed its reply brief in support of its motion to dismiss in Havens v. U.S.
The List, Comparing, and Choosing
The “colleges that change lives,” arising from a 1996 book with that title, are 45 small liberal arts colleges touted
Student Loan Defaults Surge – What Borrowers Should Know
Federal student loan default rates are skyrocketing, according to recent reports. And the consequences could be dire for borrowers. Approximately
Does Charles Schwab Have An HSA?
Does Charles Schwab offer a standalone HSA? This question is about health savings accounts. No. Charles Schwab does not offer
How to Tell When Your Side Hustle Has Outgrown the “Side” Label
Some money-making ideas start small enough to fit between classes, soccer practice, or your third cup of coffee. Then one
What Every Student Needs to Hear Before College Starts
This story was first shared in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and flow. Kellsey
Historic $23 Billion Student Loan Settlement Upheld After Court Challenge
Student loan borrowers celebrated a historic milestone in July 2026 after a federal appeals court rejected the Education Department’s latest
Fewer Borrowers Are Falling Seriously Behind On Student Loans, Federal Reserve Data Shows
Key Points Student loan balances fell $7 billion in Q2 2026 to $1.65 trillion, one of only two debt categories