Last week, the average interest rate on 10-year fixed-rate private student loans rose. From September 29 to October 4, the average fixed interest rate on a 10-year private student loan was 7.93% for ...

According to the CME FedWatch, there’s a 95% chance that the Fed will cut its target interest rate by 25 basis points at its meeting on Sept. 17, 2025. “The Federal Reserve is attempting to balance ...

Before you borrow for college, it’s important to understand how federal and private student loans differ. Federal student loans have fixed rates set annually by the government and everyone who borrows ...

Negotiate with your lender. If you have private student loans, you may be able to negotiate a lower interest rate with your ...

As summer comes to a close, some freshmen are discovering that final expenses like books, dorm materials and student fees can add up fast. For many families, that means turning to private student ...

FILE - New graduates line up before the start of a community college commencement in New Jersey in this 2018 file photo. Mark Herz: This is GBH's Morning Edition. Starting this Friday, August 1st, ...

Using a personal loan to pay off student loans might seem like a viable option for reducing interest rates or consolidating debt. However, there are several factors to consider before proceeding with ...

Before you borrow for college, it’s important to understand how federal and private student loans differ. Federal student loans have fixed rates set annually by the government and everyone who borrows ...