Student Loan News & Updates Today — 2026
Latest student loan news and policy updates for 2026, including RAP repayment changes, borrowing caps, Parent PLUS deadlines, settlements, and major federal developments affecting borrowers.
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How PSLF Buyback Works in 2026: Step-by-Step Guide for Borrowers
If you’re short on qualifying PSLF payments due to deferment or forbearance, PSLF Buyback could be your shortcut to forgiveness. Learn how it works, who’s eligible, and how to apply in 2026.
What the One Big Beautiful Bill Means for Your Student Loans in 2025
Confused about the new student loan rules under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act? You’re not alone. This comprehensive explainer breaks down how the law changes repayment options, forgiveness eligibility, and future borrowing for millions of borrowers.
SAVE Plan Litigation: What Higher-Income Borrowers Need to Know Right Now
SAVE plan litigation threatens key benefits. Learn what’s at stake and how borrowers can make the most of it.
The Future of IDR Plans: What’s Happening to SAVE, PAYE, IBR, and ICR in 2025
Ongoing legal challenges and regulatory changes have significantly impacted Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) plans, leaving borrowers uncertain about the best strategies for managing their student loans. This article provides the most current information to help borrowers navigate these complexities.
Student Loan Forgiveness: 6 Reasons Your Balance Still Matters
Even if forgiveness is on the table, factors like taxes, income changes, and marriage can affect how much you ultimately pay.
REPAYE to the Rescue: How an Old Repayment Plan Could Return and SAVE Borrowers
As the SAVE plan faces ongoing legal battles, the potential comeback of REPAYE provides hope for many borrowers in the form of lower payments and an interest subsidy.
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.
Why the SAVE Lawsuit Could Drag on for Years and Reach the Supreme Court
A trip to the Supreme Court could mean that the SAVE litigation lasts for several years before getting resolved.
