UPDATED August 11, 2021
Part of our COVID-19 Consumer Protection Guide series.
The U.S. Department of Education has made big changes for federal student loan borrowers in the last two months in response to the economic consequences of the novel coronavirus pandemic. The rollout of these new rules has been rocky, to say the least, and many borrowers still have questions about the status of their loans.
FAQs for Student Loan Borrowers
Many thanks to Suzanne Martindale, Berkeley Law lecturer on Student Loan Law, and Amanda Prasuhn, Associate Director of LRAP, for sharing their expertise.
This guide is intended for informational purposes only and does not provide legal advice.