You may be surprised to see that your student loan balance is higher than the amount you originally borrowed, even if you've made on-time payments and haven't taken out more loans

While student loan borrowers in default are subject to wage garnishment, they are temporarily protected in the 2026 tax season. Here's why

If you’re having trouble keeping up with student loan payments, you may have a little more breathing room to find a repayment plan that fits your budget before the Department of Education restarts collection actions.

Some types of student loan forgiveness will be taxed again after five years of being tax-free. The change will impact borrowers in income-driven repayment plans who have their debts canceled as a result of making a certain number of qualifying monthly payments.

Student loan refinancing with lenders like College Ave and SoFi might save you money, but you’ll sacrifice federal borrower protections

Graduates, parents and students spoke to BBC Your Voice about their experiences of student loans.

Deciding between repaying student loans and investing involves considering interest rates, risk tolerance, and financial goals. It's a personalized financial choice.