The amount of student loan debt in the United States continues to grow - with over $1.8 trillion in student loans outstanding. This includes both Federal and private loans. Almost 43 million Americans ...

Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but a clear sequence of steps helps families stretch their resources and avoid taking on unnecessary debt. Although many students rely on student loans, they ...

Adults aged 30 to 39 held the most student loan debt in 2024. Two decades ago, that wasn’t the case. Here’s how student loan ...

Mississippi has the most student loan debt in the U.S. this year. States in a new WalletHub report were ranked using criteria like average student debt and work opportunities. The nation’s student ...

Elizabeth Guevara is a journalist working to explain the world of business and economics and how it impacts your finances. She joined Investopedia in 2024 as a breaking news writer covering personal ...

Even after factoring in student loan payments, completing a college degree continues to pay off, according to new research ...