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IDR Application is Back Up

NCLC Student Loan Borrower Assistance

On March 26, 2025, the Department of Education reopened the online application for Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) plans for federal student loan borrowers. On February 21, the Department pulled down the IDR application. The online application is now back up, but there are some important changes that borrowers need to know about.

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Top Scholarships for Indian Students: Eligibility, Benefits & Application Tips

IEFA

This guide covers the top options, their benefits, eligibility criteria, and application tips to help you get started. Application Tips for Securing Scholarships Securing scholarships requires meticulous preparation and strategic planning. Submitting applications before deadlines increases your chances of success.

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4 Things to Highlight on Your College Application

Student Research Foundation

Many students want to stand out on their college applications and make a good first impression, but they are unsure where to start and what to include. Colleges review hundreds of applications and many prestigious colleges have low acceptance rates, so it’s important to be prepared before you start applying.

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The Ultimate Guide to Starting College Prep in High School

Student Research Foundation

Whether its researching schools, mapping out your academic path, or building a standout application, early planning sets the stage for success. Summer Before Senior Year The summer before senior year is the ideal time to finalize your college list and begin preparing your application materials.

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What’s New for the 2026–27 FAFSA® Form? Beta Launch, Smarter Virtual Assistant, and More

Ed.gov Homeroom

Department of Education (Department): Major improvements are coming to the 2026–27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) experience. Beta Launch, Smarter Virtual Assistant, and More appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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How to Choose a College Based on Your Major: CollegeAdvisor x StudyLab

Student Research Foundation

In this blog post, well explore how to choose a college and how to choose the best college for your major. Choosing a major on your college applications Some college application requirements include selecting the major you are most interested in on your application.

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The Department of Education Pauses Processing of TPD Discharges from Dec. 20, 2024, to early Mar. 2025 – What You Should Know

NCLC Student Loan Borrower Assistance

On December 20, 2024, the Department of Education announced that it is temporarily pausing the processing of Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) discharge applications. In the past, the Department of Education had a contract with Nelnet, a student loan servicing company, to handle all applications for TPD discharges.