student loans

What is the Biden v Nebraska Student Loan Lawsuit?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2023

Former college students and graduates all over the country are waiting to hear back about student loan forgiveness. While some have even received approvals for their applications, they may not see the money soon. The Biden v Nebraska student loan lawsuit has put things to a halt for the time being. But what is this …

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Q&A: What If Your Parents Refuse to Help with the FAFSA?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on February 25, 2025

If you are under the age of 24, in almost all cases, you need your parents to complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). However, some students have situations that prevent them from having access to their parent’s financial information or the parents refuse to hand over the information for one reason or …

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The Financial Aid Gap: Do You Have Funds for The Next Semester?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 25, 2025

Have you checked your student funding for the next semester? If you haven’t checked, now’s the time to do that. It’s always a good idea to check your student loan funds at the end of the semester. That way, if you’re experiencing a financial aid gap, you still have some time to find a way …

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Student Loan Payments Resume In June – What You Can Do To Be Prepared

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on May 10, 2023

‘When do student loan payments resume?’ It’s the top question student loan borrowers across the nation are seeking the answer to.  The confusion about when student loan payments resume is not surprising considering the events that have transpired over the past two years. The pause on student loan payments started in March 2020. Since then, …

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Q&A: Can You Switch Lenders Before Closing?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023

Many borrowers have problems with their lender’s customer service or lack of it during the loan term. It’s not uncommon for them to ask ‘Can you switch lenders before closing your student loans?’ The answer to this question is yes you can switch loan servicers/lenders before closing either federal or private student loans. But there …

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State Grants for Maine Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 28, 2023

Maine has a few different college grants available to students, and the Finance Authority of Maine website (FAME) has over 100 scholarships listed that are dedicated to residents of the state. Here are some details you’ll need to know about eligibility for these grants and scholarships! Maine College Grants 1. Maine State Grant Program The Maine …

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How To Set Up a Scholarship Fund – 5 Questions to Ask Yourself

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2023

Did you know that many scholarship awards are created by individuals or small nonprofits and organizations? If you want to create your own, whether to remember a loved one or help others, there are five questions you should ask yourself about how to set up a scholarship fund! #1. How Much Do You Want to …

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Scholarships for Returning Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2023

Contrary to popular belief, scholarships are not only meant for students who have recently graduated high school. Several awards are dedicated to those who decide to return to college after years or even decades! Here are just a few scholarships for returning students that you’ll want to look into. 1. Return2College Return2College is one award …

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Which Student Loans Will Be Forgiven First? 3 Factors That Take Priority

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 5, 2025

Who qualifies for student loan forgiveness? What type of student loans will be forgiven? Which student loans will be forgiven first?  These are just some of the many questions that borrowers ask related to student loan forgiveness. It’s not surprising. Understanding how forgiveness works isn’t easy, with so many underlying conditions, requirements, and limitations related. However, …

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How Is Income Calculated For Student Loan Forgiveness

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023

In case you’re wondering, yes, there are income limits for student loan forgiveness. There’s a reason for this. Imposing a student loan forgiveness income limit ensures that debt cancellation focuses on those who need it the most. The forgiveness program is designed so that only individuals and couples earning less than the specified limit qualify …