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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA) announced a significant restructuring aimed at improving federal student loan management and borrower support. The agency …
Education Department Expands Ombudsman Role to Strengthen Student Loan Oversight and Borrower Education Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A blockbuster announcement from the Biden-Harris Administration has sent waves through the world of higher education and public service. An additional $4.28 billion in student loans has been …
Biden Administration Forgives $4.28 Billion in Student Loans for Public Servants—Big Win for Working Americans Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Millions of student loan borrowers finally have new options to manage their debt. The U.S. Department of Education has reopened two critical repayment plans—Pay As You Earn (PAYE) …
Relief for Millions: U.S. Department of Education Reopens Student Loan Repayment Plans Amid Legal Turbulence Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a significant move to alleviate student debt burdens, the Biden-Harris Administration has announced the approval of an additional $4.5 billion in student loan relief for over 60,000 …
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $4.5 Billion in Student Loan Relief for Public Service Workers Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The AccessLex Institute®, in collaboration with the American Bar Association (ABA) Young Lawyers Division, has unveiled the latest Student Debt Survey Report, shedding light on the financial …
New Insights from ABA and AccessLex on Young Lawyers’ Student Debt Challenges Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has taken decisive action against Western Benefits Group, a company based in Pleasanton, California, for charging illegal advance fees for student …
CFPB Shuts Down Western Benefits Group for Illegal Student Loan Fees Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry recently made a landmark announcement. She unveiled a plan that will provide nearly 18,000 Pennsylvania students who attended The Art Institute between 2004 …
Massive Debt Relief for Art Institute Students: A Glimmer of Hope Amidst Years of Fraudulent Claims Read More
Discover how two bipartisan state representatives, Paul Friel and Kristin Marcell, are working together to address student loan debt and enhance access to quality education in Pennsylvania. Learn about their joint initiative and commitment to bridging political divides for the betterment of students and communities.
Bipartisanship and Finding Common Ground to Help Pennsylvania’s Families Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant announcement, Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry has called on Pennsylvanians with certain types of student loans to act swiftly to capitalize on a potentially …
Pennsylvania Attorney General Urges Action on Student Loan Forgiveness Before Deadline Read More
LANCASTER, PA — In a significant move to reshape the landscape of higher education in Pennsylvania, state and federal education leaders convened at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology to spotlight …
Pennsylvania’s Bold Blueprint: Transforming Higher Education for Economic Growth and Accessibility Read More