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Federal student loans are a type of financial aid offered by the U. S. Continue Reading Below

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2026 Student Loan Industry Study

Andrew Latham

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Discover the definition of financial terms related to federal student loans.

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Student Loan Defaults Jumped From 5.3 Million to 9.3 Million in a Year. Collectors Could Be Hired as Soon as November

SuperMoney Team

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Earnest vs College Ave Student Loan Refinancing: Flexibility vs Rate-Driven Lending

Andrew Latham

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What Happens If You Don't Pay Student Loans?

Andrew Latham

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How to Get a Private Student Loan Without a Cosigner

Jennifer Calonia

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Alternatives to Student Loans: Avoiding the Debt

Sean Bryant

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How to Check FAFSA Status

Lacey Stark

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About Federal Student Loans

Federal student loans are a type of financial aid offered by the U.S. government to help students pay for their education. These loans are available to undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, and they typically have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment terms than private student loans. Federal student loans are made through the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program, which is administered by the U.S. Department of Education. To be eligible for a federal student loan, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and meet certain other requirements. You can learn more about federal student loans and how to apply for them on the Department of Education's website.