
Ol' College Try The Future of College Funding: Student Loans, Policy Shifts & What Parents Must Know
With major changes happening in higher education policy, student loan repayments, and financial aid structures, what do parents and students need to know right now?
In this episode of The College! Podcast, hosts Matt Carpenter and Peg Keough break down the latest developments, including:
✅ The impact of Linda McMahon's appointment as Secretary of Education
✅ The privatization of student and parent loans – and how it affects your borrowing options
✅ What FAFSA changes and Department of Education layoffs mean for families
✅ State-based loan programs that could save you thousands in interest
✅ Actionable steps to prepare for rising college costs
With student loan forgiveness under fire and repayment plans being halted, it's more important than ever to have a strategy. Don't wait until the tuition bill arrives—learn how to take control of your college funding plan now!
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Chapters
- Mardi Gras and Family Adventures (00:00)
- Department of Education Changes (03:02)
- Impact of Staff Reductions (05:33)
- Navigating the Department of Education(08:27)
- Linda McMahon's Appointment (11:10)
- Privatization of Student Loans (13:42)
- Understanding Loan Options (16:24)
- Planning for College Costs (19:04)
- Transparency in Borrowing (21:57)'
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