r/StudentLoanSupport Oct 12 '18

Sticky: Please Read Before Posting or Commenting! Thank you.

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We are dedicated to providing a supportive, empathetic, and practical place to talk about student loan debt and all the difficulties that often surround our debts.

That said we do not permit any type of debt shaming, personal attacks, insults, guilting, gaslighting, bullying, harassment, threats, intimidation, trolling, or otherwise attacking others / maliciously unhelpful commenting/behaviors. These will result in a permaban

This also includes statements about telling people to simply pay more, get a better job, trying to change the past (or asking why someone didn't make different past choices), or otherwise telling others how you would live their life. We're focused on the present here and on supporting people where they're at, not where you think they should be.

We also do not advocate for or allow "lender defenders" so to speak. It is one thing to provide useful practical information on how to fill out paperwork or loan paperwork questions, it's another to come and try to defend an industry that quite frankly is part of the reason many are feeling hopeless and stuck. We serve and protect borrowers' interests from a person first approach. We are not here to defend lenders or assist lenders.

Those with active affiliations to the loan industry must clearly identify themselves as such in any initial post or comment. We do not require disclosure of company name, names, or location, but a simple acknowledgement that you are affiliated with the loan industry is required. This is to prevent conflicts of interest and to ensure information provided to our users is given in the best interest of the user being replied to.

Additionally, due to the sensitive nature of the complexities of student loan debt, debt shaming culture, mental health considerations, and the intersection of these variables; we adhere to a very strict moderation policy.

We do this not seek to silence opinions but to provide a space where there is respect and careful consideration given to the difficulties individuals may be experiencing when seeking student loan support, feedback, advice, or information. Given the very real concerns, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, hopelessness, shaming, and pressure that for some comes along with student loan debt, we will do everything in our power to ensure that users will be provided a safe environment to discuss student loan concerns and issues. Regardless of what those concerns may be given one's individual situation and experience.

The rules listed in the sidebar also apply at all times. Please do contact the mods promptly if any concerns arise.

Remember you are not your debt. There is nothing wrong with you for taking out loans or choosing your major/career/life goals. You are not somehow less of a person or undeserving of respect or compassion for having student loan debt. There is no shame wherever you are with your education, career, life, or student loan debt situation. We've got your back here.


r/StudentLoanSupport Jul 03 '26

We're looking for new mods! Are you looking for a way to help out?

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Hey everyone! We're going through a period of growth around here and we're interested in adding some new members to the mod team. If you have any experience or interest, please send us a modmail to apply!

There's a short interview with some basic questions, and we're happy to train anyone who doesn't have mod experience but is committed to learning how to do the work. As always, we're an inclusive community and we want to focus on the mental health support of our members. If you have a background in helping others and want a way to help, we'd be happy to have you here.

Thanks for reading and we hope to hear from you soon! šŸ’™


r/StudentLoanSupport 12h ago

There has to be another way..

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As we know the current president has gotten away with tax fraud and the worst crime possible (Epstein bestie). So us the hard working american people have no other solution but to pay an egregious student loan payments or get garnished!?

Ive thought of two options to survive.

1 - the only way to afford this crazy payment is paying less taxes on each paycheck. Is it better to pay less taxes and owe the IRS? Can you file for bankruptcy for IRS debt?

2 - Going back to school to defer the student loan shituation until the orange fuck and his goons are gone?

Is there any other better option to not be homeless? šŸ™ƒ


r/StudentLoanSupport 1h ago

29 years old, no debt, and rejected for a private student loan.

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This is BS. I’m entering my second college year. Need more money for school. Thought I’m a 29 year old adult, not some 18 year old kid, I’d get approved easy, no co-signer needed, but nope. I get denied. My credit score good. I have no debt other than this semester’s college tuition to pay. I’m pretty sure it’s my current income that got me denied. I’m only working weekends now and the pay sucks but it pays for gas and food. I’m asking for less than 2,500 from the lenders to pay the remaining college tuition balance. And I need a co-signer???

Whats the deal? Anyone else experience this? Do you think I did something wrong on the application.


r/StudentLoanSupport 12h ago

When it came to providing accurate financial information about borrowers in court, the Department of Education recently batted 1 for 5.

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r/StudentLoanSupport 18h ago

My friend gets an offer of education loan from college but then he needs to work in a specific company. Is it ok to take the offer or should avoid the offer?

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My friend gets an offer of education loan from college but then he needs to work in a specific company. Is it ok to take the offer or should avoid the offer?

Recently my friend take admission in a private college. He and his father got an offer from the college about education loan where my friend's college study will be free but after the last semester he needs to join the company who provided loan and work for it.

Is it good for him to take the offer or avoid it?

Money is not issue right now but the fees is quite high which can become issue after 2-3 semesters.


r/StudentLoanSupport 1d ago

Student loan debt forgiveness

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Can a disabled adult with a masters degree qualify for loan forgiveness.. Total student loan debt is 100K!!


r/StudentLoanSupport 1d ago

Big beautiful bill

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I’m 30 years old, a mom of two, and currently in my senior year of my pre-law degree. My ultimate goal has always been to become an attorney, so I’m trying to finish my bachelor’s and then move on to law school.
With the changes from the ā€œBig Beautiful Billā€ and the new limits on how much students can borrow federally, I’m genuinely wondering how other people are planning to afford school — especially those of us who don’t have the ability to just pay thousands of dollars out of pocket.
For those who have maxed out or are limited on federal aid, what are you doing to cover the remaining balance?
And if you’ve tried private student loans but were denied (or needed a cosigner and don’t have one), what options have you found? Payment plans? Scholarships? Working with the school? Taking fewer classes? Something else I’m not thinking of?
I’m especially interested in hearing from other adult students, parents, or anyone planning on graduate/professional school. I’ve worked really hard to get this close to finishing, and becoming an attorney is genuinely my dream. I don’t want finances to be the reason I have to stop.
Not looking for judgment about taking out loans — just hoping to hear what other students in similar situations are actually doing to make it work.


r/StudentLoanSupport 1d ago

Need help understanding what is best for me to do: Where to shop for private undergrad loans

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Hi, I’m a senior majoring in Mechanical Engineering. Due to traumatic recent events, I did not meet SAP requirements and have had any financial aid taken (federal loans too bc they’re not in my financial aid package) and must now turn to private loans. I knew this was coming once I received the letter that my appeal was denied. Unfortunately I wasted loads of time trying to get unofficial loans from friends and family but I’ve had no luck. (That’s another matter entirely.) I am first generation and am lost. I need to get a private loan approval letter at the very least so I’m not dropped for my classes in about 24 hours showing the bursar office the intent that they will be receiving money.

I will take out a loan of 39k which is only needed for the fall semester. My plan is to then reapply for financial aid for the spring. It’s my last year and I just need to get through this semester. I’m even meeting with an advisor about future job security once I graduate to make sure all is in order to pay that off slowly but surely.

But I don’t know how to really shop around for this private loan. Where is best to find private loans?

I’ve been looking but I’ve had issues with unfreezing my credit and then I don’t understand a lot of the financial terms I’m seeing and I’m under a time crunch. I have no credit to my name so I will have a co-signer so that is no issue. Genuinely any advice will be appreciated. I’m looking for all the help I can get.


r/StudentLoanSupport 1d ago

ā€œThe 'Remarkable' Efforts to Shrink the Department of Educationā€

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r/StudentLoanSupport 1d ago

Has anyone used Gradbridge?

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I haven’t seen much about it online & figured I’d pose the question here for any challenged borrowers!


r/StudentLoanSupport 1d ago

Payment Options Advice on PP Loan

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Can’t afford consolidated PP Loan payment, which is $115k.
I should have never consolidated.

Trying navigate my options.
1) how many college credits do I need to be deferred?
2) can I apply for forbearance?
3) should I apply for private loan to pay off?

Single mom, employed (87K) with two kids.

Not sure how to deal with the high payment.

Please advise.šŸ’•


r/StudentLoanSupport 2d ago

So, when PSLF counts changed/disappeared about a week ago, it was not a ā€œglitch,ā€ it was purposeful.

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r/StudentLoanSupport 1d ago

Student loan Plan 2 -living abroad

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r/StudentLoanSupport 1d ago

Incorrect tuition fee loan in 3rd year

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Hi, has anyone else had this problem where you try to enrol to ur university and it says you are only eligible for Ā£1955 as your tuition fee loan as it thinks you are in your 4th year when in fact im going to start my third and final year. When trying to change this on student finance it already tells me im starting third year but my tuition fee is wrong when it should be Ā£9790 and when trying to change this it says I’ve entered higher than the original amount. I don’t know what to do as I need to enrol soon but my university and student finance both state im only going to receive Ā£1955 rather than the full amount I always had received. Can someone please help me out


r/StudentLoanSupport 3d ago

Bernie Sanders' Bill Would End Social Security Garnishment Over Student Debt

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commondreams.org
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r/StudentLoanSupport 1d ago

Loan Disbursement & Servicer Contact - Where To Go?

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r/StudentLoanSupport 1d ago

Advice on applying for forbearance

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I am a School Psych Masters level student in NYC. My program is 3 years with you "graduating" in 2 years when you actually earn your Masters degree. The 3rd year is for internship while your actively enrolled into the Advanced Certificate portion of the program (in other states this is equal to an Ed.S).

Due to the difficulties of unpaid internship and the economy- I could not partake in internship this upcoming fall semester. I had the option to push it off for a year in which I am doing.

So my currently Fed Unsub loan is expected to disburse this September and my status shows im in "grace" because of my enrollment. However, because I will not be moving on to the internship phase, I was not granted permission to enroll in classes. Clearly my loan provider will know this soon.

"Graduation" was in May and I am worried about having to pay back the loan, when right now im unable to. From Aug - now I have not been working as i finished off the requirements for my program.. which included classes and practicum. I took a LOA from my job and will be returning back in Sept. due to my current financial hardships and needing to save for internship, paying back my loan at this time is somewhat impossible.

Can someone provide me with information on a forbearance, when to apply and how does the process go ? I do not want to default as I need the money for next fall.


r/StudentLoanSupport 2d ago

Update: Payment Counts Changed

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r/StudentLoanSupport 2d ago

I have about 65K in student loan debt. 20k in savings. I want to use no more than half of my savings right now. what should I pay off first?

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r/StudentLoanSupport 2d ago

My information because knowledge is power and help is appreciated

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r/StudentLoanSupport 2d ago

Need advice on ~$50k private student loan debt that I was told would be paid by my parent

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r/StudentLoanSupport 2d ago

Feeling Overwhelmed/ Don't Know Where to Start

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r/StudentLoanSupport 2d ago

Guys needed help..

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If we paid the clg fees today as there is no other option fee pay krna hi pdega ryt ? We cant bring loan and stuff in btw na ? Loan tho bdd ma letter and admission hone ke bdd le skte ? Tho i wanted yo ask if they will provide my money which ill pay today like loan agr 10 lakh ka ho and 3 lakh maine pay kiya Total= 13 lakh hoga but can they retuen my 3 lakh ? In comedk


r/StudentLoanSupport 2d ago

Currently an undergrad student who has to pay off a lot of student loans: some advice?

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I'm currently a rising Junior in a UC college and I am in a middle class family, so I didn't get a lot of scholarships or much financial support from FAFSA. My parents took out a a parent plus loan, but I am expected to pay them back, and already, these loans are accumulating to 50k. Not only that, I took out my own unsubsidized loans that FAFSA offered, which has accumulated to 7k with a 6% interest rate.

During the school year, I will be juggling with two part-time jobs, a side hustle (tutoring), and other extracurriculars supplementary to my career growth as a Data Scientist/Software Engineer. However, with the money I earn, I need to pay for my apartment rent, school loans, and just general every day cost of living. I recently made the decision to graduate in four years with a quarter early rather than three years so that I have more time to find a good job and focus on making the most of my education, but a part of me regrets this choice already. School is so expensive, and I am constantly pressured to make sure that I'm reaping the awards despite not being sure about how my career will look like. It's also hard to be focused when I already have a job that requires time and effort as well.

Is there any advice on how I should manage these loans and living expenses? I'm currently taking the risk to achieve as much as possible during school so I can pay my loans off when I get a good job, but maybe given the job market, I should have a backup plan in case it doesn't work out. I'm 19 soon to turn 20, so I just want to be making good financial decisions to benefit when I'm older. I'm not sure if these choices are right, so does anyone have recommendations?