The agency proposes canceling debt accrued by high interest rates and long payment plans. The Department of Education released a draft this week of the next wave of…
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President Announces $7.4 Billion in Student Debt Cancellation
The student loan forgiveness applies to those enrolled in SAVE and other Income-Driven Repayment plans, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness. President Joe Biden’s administration announced another wave of…
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Education Department Launches Council to Support K-12 Cybersecurity
Threats to schools’ digital infrastructure have risen nationwide. The U.S. Department of Education, alongside the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), has introduced the Government Coordinating Council (GCC)…
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Catherine Lhamon, Assistant Secretary of Education for Civil Rights
Catherine Lhamon, Assistant Secretary of Education for Civil Rights
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Administration Notifies Public Service Workers of Student Debt Relief
77,700 borrowers approved for a total of $5.8 billion in forgiven loans The Department of Education announced this month that an additional $5.8 billion in federal student loans…
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Education Department Announces Progress on FAFSA Improvements
Secretary says technical updates will not impact implementation timelines. The U.S. Department of Education provided updates on the progress of the 2024–25 Better FAFSA implementation, emphasizing a commitment…
Read MoreEducation Secretary Details Save Plan Student Loan Forgiveness
State-by-state breakdown published by the department. President Biden’s administration released state-specific details on the forgiveness of $1.2 billion in student loans for nearly 153,000 borrowers through the SAVE…
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President’s Administration Hosts Youth Policy Summit
Interagency summit fosters dialogue to shape policies benefiting America’s youth. The Department of Education hosted the inaugural interagency Youth Policy Summit with nearly 90 young people in attendance…
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Education Department Reaches Settlement over Student Aid Violations
College consistently breached testing regulations to enhance enrollment and gain student loan funds. The U.S. Department of Education has reached a settlement with the for-profit school International Education…
Read MoreEducation Secretary Announces 2024 National Educational Technology Plan
The plan outlines closing divides in the access, design, and use of digital technology. The U.S. Department of Education recently announced its 2024 National Educational Technology Plan (NETP):…
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