Changes to Student Loan Programs

This chapter examines the proposed changes to the student loan forgiveness programs under the Trump administration, particularly focusing on the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. It explores the implications of the elimination of the SAVE plan, ongoing negotiations regarding eligibility, and the broader impacts of staffing cuts in the Department of Education on borrowers. Additionally, the chapter highlights concerns regarding the Grad Plus program's elimination and its potential consequences for students pursuing higher education in critical fields.