Student Loan News: December 2025

Stay on top of the latest student loan updates this month — including the proposed SAVE plan settlement, expanded IBR eligibility, resumed IDR/PSLF processing, and what borrowers can expect for 2026 repayment plans.

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Borrowers evaluate options for IBR, ICR, PAYE or waiting.

Should I Switch Out of the SAVE Plan?

With the SAVE plan ending, borrowers in administrative forbearance need to act fast. Switching to IBR, ICR, or PAYE resumes forgiveness progress, prevents balances from growing, and may preserve temporary tax-free treatment for those who’ve already reached the 20- or 25-year forgiveness threshold. Learn what steps to take before December 31, 2025.

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