VIDEO: Coronavirus and Student Loans –What You Need to Know

Written by Saving For College Editorial Team | April 3, 2020

The coronavirus crisis has caused millions of Americans to lose their job or have their income impacted. Many people are struggling to make ends meet right now and are unable to pay student loan payments. Fortunately, there are options available for those impacted by coronavirus with student loan debt. Learn what you need to know about student loans and the coronavirus pandemic.

 

 

Key Takeaways include:

  • Federal student loans, including Parent Loans, are automatically and temporarily paused and interest is waived until September 30, 2020.
  • Private student loans, Federal Perkins Loans held by colleges and FFELP loans do not qualify.
  • There will be no more wage garnishments for defaulted student loans during this time.

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The Savingforcollege.com Editorial Team consists of current and past contributors, including Mark Kantrowitz, Martha Kortiak Mert, Marc Suhr, and others listed on our Authors page. We have dozens of years of experience with 529 plans and college savings and have published hundreds of articles empowering families with the knowledge to save wisely for college.

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