As the American economy deals with the consequences of the sub-prime mortgage industry, investors have pulled out of backing loans. The good news is there will be no shortage of federal student loans, which are the loans most students get. Some students may find that a lender they used in the past is no longer available. But because of the way the federal programs are designed, there will be loans for every eligible students at any eligible college, university, or trade school. Click here to find out more.
When it comes to paying for college, students are facing more and more debt:
Watch USPIRG at the A Better Deal Conference in DC USPIRG moderated a panel on college affordability and student debt at the recent conference on May 8 and 9 in Washington, DC. CSPAN recorded the panel among other panels throughout the day. Click here to check out the afternoon session on higher education at the conference. Check out more actions and events you can conduct on your campus!
"Congress fast tracks student loan bill" - Politico, 5/7/08
"College students may get access to more federal loans" - USA Today, 5/2/08
"College students may get access to more loan money" - Hartford Business, 5/2/08
Grant and Loan Aid Resources Find information on where to find help with common grant and loan questions.
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