IDR One-Time Adjustment and Forgiveness Program Extended
December 29, 2023
The Department of Education (DOE) announced that the IDR One-Time Adjustment Program was extended through April 30, 2024. It was to expire on December 31,
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FAFSA Will Be Available By 12/31 With Some Caveats
November 19, 2023
On Wednesday, November 15th, the Department of Education (DOE) announced that the FAFSA will be available by 12/31/2023. It finally gave us a firm date.
The SAVE Loan Repayment Loophole: Enrolling in SAVE While in School
November 15, 2023
The new student loan repayment method called SAVE has an interesting loophole for current graduate and professional school students. Under the SAVE, unpaid interest is
Top 5 Challenges Student Loan Borrowers Face With Loan Servicers
October 17, 2023
Are you a student loan borrower feeling overwhelmed and frustrated by the challenges of dealing with loan servicers? You’re not alone. Many borrowers need help
The Importance and Implications of the New FSA ID Requirement for FAFSA
October 17, 2023
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a crucial step for students seeking financial assistance for their education. However, this year, there is
FAFSA Changes for 2024-25
September 24, 2023
Applying for financial aid can be daunting, especially when filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). But this year, things are changing.
Completing the FAFSA
September 22, 2023
Fall is here, and that means it is also FAFSA time for college. This year’s FAFSA submission will again be available on October 1, 2025,
Student Loan Repayment Bootcamp
September 21, 2023
Student loan repayment resumed on October 1st. We are just beginning to see the confusion with borrowers needing advice to begin this process. In addition
Financial Aid
PayForEd’s Virtual Financial Aid Dates Announced and New Enhancements
PayForEd has a Virtual Financial Aid Resource for families that provides clear information for the current college and student loan landscape. We have upgraded our
July 15, 2026
Paying For College
College Cost Data for 2026-2027 is now available on PayForED!
At PayForED, providing accurate, timely college cost information is at the core of what we do. Our proprietary college database is updated multiple times throughout
July 10, 2026
Student Loans
Federal Student Loan Interest Rate for 2026-27
The Federal government has determined the Federal Direct Student Loan interest rates for the school year 2026-27, which will be slightly lower. This will be
June 27, 2026
Paying For College
College Funding Has Gotten More Complex. Is Your Family Ready?
PayForEd Upgrades Its College Cost Analyzer to Navigate the New OBBB Landscape For more than two decades, American families have planned for college costs under
June 13, 2026
Uncategorized
The Biggest Change to College Funding in 20 Years Is Here — And PayForEd Is Ready
Higher education financing in America just changed dramatically. The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) represents the most significant overhaul of federal student loan policy in
June 13, 2026
Paying For College
The Student Loan Rules Just Changed. Your Student Loan Plan Should Too.
If you have a student heading to college, graduate school, or a professional degree program, the landscape of federal student borrowing has fundamentally shifted. The
June 13, 2026
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