The Education Department says millions of borrowers in default will have a chance to make a payment or sign up for a repayment plan. But on May 5, those who don't will be referred for collection.
The majority of Americans without degrees still believe in the value of higher education, according to the poll. But not all college degrees are created equal.
NPR has spent the past few weeks catching up with student loan experts and asking the Trump administration for clarity on some of borrowers' biggest questions.
For about 30 years, the Ph.D. Project has supported students from underrepresented groups who are earning doctoral degrees in business. Now, it's attracted the attention of the Trump administration.
The expanded financial aid plan will also offer free tuition to families that make $200,000 or less. The move comes after affirmative action was barred from the admissions process.
With uncertainties around federal funding for higher education, some schools are cutting back. Experts say that could hurt not only students and faculty, but ultimately make the U.S. less competitive.
Members of the United Campus Workers union and their supporters gathered in downtown Atlanta protesting federal funding cuts affecting higher education and clinical studies across the state.
The FAFSA form is now open to students hoping to get help paying for college in the 2025-26 academic year. Students can expect a much smoother process compared to the last cycle.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is crediting a program that sends letters to high school seniors urging them apply for college with significantly boosting enrollment. The Republican says Friday that preliminary numbers show students rose 9% at technical colleges and 6% at state universities and colleges this fall compared to last year.
From school choice to college affordability, Trump and Harris don't have a lot in common. Ahead of the candidates’ only scheduled debate, we’ve put together a handy primer of their education views.
