Explainer: Student Loan Repayment Changes Starting July 1, 2026
June 29, 2026
Starting on July 1, 2026, the Education Department (ED) is rolling out major changes to the federal student loan…
States Need to be Prepared for Federal Student Lending Changes
March 18, 2026
As federal policy drives more graduate students to the private loan market, this blog outlines strategies for state policymakers to strengthen consumer protections, expand transparency, and ensure that the financial aid landscape works in the best interest of students—not lenders.
The Pell Grant Program Faces a Major Funding Gap—Congress Must Act.
February 17, 2026
In February 2026, the Congressional Budget Office released new funding projections for the Pell Grant program. Absent congressional action, the Pell program is now projected to face a funding gap of $5.4 billion for fiscal year (FY) 2026, which would grow to nearly $11.5 billion for FY 2027. Lawmakers face a choice: invest enough to keep the program whole or make harmful cuts.
New Student Loan Repayment Plan Won’t Save Borrowers
February 12, 2026
Income-based plans are the best tool we have to keep borrowers out of delinquency and default. But if payments aren’t actually affordable, borrowers fall behind.
How Medical Professionals Can Help Student Loan Borrowers with Disabilities
December 11, 2025
Medical professionals play an important role in helping people with disabilities access federal benefits, such as the U.S. Department of Education’s Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) discharge program, which eliminates federal student loan debt for qualified borrowers. This blog explains common misconceptions about the program and tips for medical professionals to apply.
