Federal Student Loan Repayment Basics

The Pew Charitable Trusts introduces a series of primers for returning student loan borrowers

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Projects: Student Loans
Federal Student Loan Repayment Basics

After a more than three-year pause on repayment, the federal student loan system is back online. Today more than ever, it is crucial for borrowers to be well-informed about the changes ahead. The following articles highlight information borrowers need to know and offer guidance on navigating the resumption of payments and transitioning from default back into repayment—all of which will promote future student borrower success.

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Projects: Student Loans
Topics: Fiscal & Economic Policy, Family Finances, Higher Education & U.S. Policy
Experts: Travis Plunkett, Ama Takyi-Laryea & Regan Fitzgerald
Places: United States
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Travis Plunkett
Travis Plunkett Senior Director
Family Economic Stability
Ama Takyi-Laryea
Ama Takyi-Laryea Senior Manager
Student Loan Initiative
Regan Fitzgerald
Regan Fitzgerald Senior Manager
Student Loan Initiative
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