By the end of 2026, over 12.5 million federal student loan borrowers may face delinquency or default if repayment patterns persist, as reported by the Department of Education. As of March, 2.97 million federal borrowers were delinquent, meaning their payments were 30 to 270 days overdue. An additional 9.57 million were in default, indicating they […]
Federal student loan policies are experiencing transformations with significant consequences for both current and future graduate students. Recently, a federal judge placed a temporary block on some new loan limits imposed by the Department of Education. These changes affect various professional degrees. In a discussion with Danielle Douglas-Gabriel of The Washington Post, William Brangham explored […]
Nikole Hannah-Jones, known for creating the debated 1619 Project, recently stated that paying reparations for slavery acknowledges that the entire history of the United States involves wrongdoing. She remarked, “Paying reparations is an admission of the crime. But it’s not an admission of the crime of a handful of bad apples or a few years […]
The Education Department has increased the number of graduate degree programs eligible for higher student loan limits. The list of qualifying programs has grown from 11 to 29. This change follows a temporary block by a federal court on the department’s definition of a ‘professional’ degree. This expansion means more students pursuing advanced degrees can […]
Recently, several teachers union leaders have issued an open letter urging Democratic governors to reject the participation in a new federal tax-credit scholarship program. Their stance focuses on safeguarding public education. However, this perspective overlooks the fundamental impact of the law, presenting a non-existent zero-sum situation. The law in question doesn’t merely normalize vouchers as […]
Over 1,000 math and science professors within the University of California are advocating for the SAT and ACT’s reinstatement for STEM applicants. A recent Wall Street Journal opinion piece by UC Berkeley math professors raised concerns about a preparation gap among students. This issue arose after the University of California system suspended standardized tests in […]
In a challenging economic environment characterized by increasing living costs and job uncertainties, creating wealth may seem daunting. However, financial experts propose strategies for parents to help their children achieve significant financial milestones by age 30. These strategies are equally applicable to personal financial plans. A straightforward approach shared by an adviser involves investing $1,000 […]
Michelle Mickens, a former teacher from Georgia, has settled her lawsuit with the Oglethorpe County School District. Her case revolved around allegations of unjust punishment due to her comments on Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, after his assassination. In October, the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) filed a lawsuit on behalf of […]
Dean and Aiden Elhadary, twins and students at New Trier High School, completed their sophomore year with remarkable success, achieving perfect scores on the ACT exam. Aiden shared his excitement after learning his score in class, immediately texting his brother only to discover they both aced the test. The twins, both passionate about science, already […]
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, it is essential to consider the unique foundation established by the Founders. They built a nation not on inherited privilege, but on the belief that individuals possess inalienable rights. This vision has driven America to uplift more people into prosperity and innovation than any other nation. Charitable […]