The SAVE plan is gone. Two brand-new federal repayment plans launch July 1, 2026. If you have federal student loans — current or future — here's exactly what changed and what you need to decide.
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There are three FAFSA deadlines, not one — and the federal deadline almost never matters. Here's the one that actually determines your aid.
Financial AidHow to Compare Financial Aid Offers Side by Side (Without Getting Fooled)
Two schools can offer the same dollar amount of "aid" with wildly different real costs. Here's how to see through the formatting tricks.
Student LoansStudent Loan Repayment Options Explained: What's Changing and What to Do
The SAVE plan is gone and two new repayment plans launch July 1, 2026. Here's what's changing and what stays the same.
College CostsNet Price vs. Sticker Price: Why the "Cost" of College Isn't What You Think
The price on a college's website and the price most families actually pay can differ by tens of thousands of dollars.
Merit Scholarships: How They Actually Work
What schools really look for, and how to ask for more.
Community College Transfer: The 2+2 Savings Path
How transferring can cut your degree cost by tens of thousands.
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