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Student Debt

Loans, forgiveness, financing

washingtonsun.com

Trump Administration Plans Financial Penalties for Defaulting Student Loan Borrowers

Trump administration officials are preparing to impose financial penalties on borrowers in default on federal student loans. Plans include hiring private debt collectors and potentially garnishing wages and benefits, though implementation may be delayed until 2027 to ensure proper infrastructure is in place.

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Hacker News — Front Page

Study Evaluates AI Tutoring Impact in Tennessee Middle Schools

A study conducted in Tennessee middle schools evaluated the effectiveness of the AI tutor Khanmigo, integrated with Khan Academy, over two years. The trial found that while the AI tutor improved math achievement, student engagement with the tool was limited, indicating that increased usage is necessary to maximize its educational benefits.

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PBS NewsHour

States Expand Graduate Student Loan Options Amid Federal Changes

As federal lending options for graduate education decrease, states like Connecticut and Minnesota are expanding their graduate loan programs. Experts caution borrowers to carefully review the terms of these loans, which may lack the protections of federal loans and resemble private loans more closely. It is recommended that students exhaust federal loan options before considering state or private loans.

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