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🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Student debt eats away home deposit savings to the tune of £2,000 a year, says Barclays

A Barclays report reveals that individuals with student debt save nearly £2,000 less annually for home deposits compared to those without such loans.

Mar 23 • 00:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘Frustration, anger, confusion’: Trump administration leaves millions without clear path to paying off student loans

A federal appeals court has ordered the end of the Biden administration's Save Plan for student loan repayment, creating uncertainty for millions of borrowers.

Mar 21 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Rachel Reeves vows to fix 'broken' student loans system

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves acknowledges that the student loans system is broken but indicates that the government is not prioritizing immediate reforms.

Mar 17 • 18:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

How Rachel Reeves made it harder to pay off student loans

The recent changes to the student loans system announced by Rachel Reeves have led to increased difficulties for borrowers, particularly young workers with rising debt burdens.

Mar 17 • 11:41 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Increasingly Indebted to Study in Madrid, Where Loans Have Grown by 61.5% Since 2020: 'There is Little Public Offering'

The demand for educational loans in Madrid has surged by 61.5% since 2020, attributed to the lack of public offerings and the necessity for quick professional outcomes.

Mar 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Again, NELFUND extends student loan application for 2025/2026 academic session

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has extended the application deadline for student loans for the 2025/2026 academic session to accommodate requests from institutions.

Mar 12 • 14:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

MPs launch student loans inquiry amid ‘perfect storm’ for young people in UK

UK MPs have initiated an inquiry into student loans due to mounting economic pressures facing young adults, including high interest rates and repayments.

Mar 12 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

MPs launch investigation into student loans system

A committee of MPs in the UK is investigating the student loans system in response to public dissatisfaction over loan terms and a freeze on repayment thresholds.

Mar 11 • 18:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Good news for those with student debt: a judge halts Donald Trump's attempt to eliminate the SAVE plan

A federal judge has ruled against President Donald Trump's effort to terminate the SAVE student loan repayment program, guaranteeing its continuation until at least 2028.

Mar 9 • 19:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NELFUND commends DELSU for allowing loan beneficiaries to sit for exams

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has praised Delta State University for allowing verified loan beneficiaries to participate in exams.

Mar 9 • 15:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Vice-chancellor calls for review into student loans for those without A-levels

The vice-chancellor of the University of Birmingham advocates for a review of student loan eligibility, particularly for students lacking A-levels, in light of a funding crisis in England's universities.

Mar 6 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Britons could pay £10,000 extra after student loan change

A freeze on the student loan repayment threshold announced in the UK budget may lead to some graduates paying an extra £10,000 in repayments over time.

Mar 4 • 12:50 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ontario students plan demonstration over Ford government’s OSAP changes

Ontario students are organizing a demonstration at Queen's Park to protest the Ford government's changes to student loans and tuition fees.

Mar 4 • 11:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Library services will become pay-per-use – student Piritta Pennanen fears having to cut back on food

The National Repository Library in Kuopio has made its interlibrary loans and article copies chargeable, surprising student Piritta Pennanen, who feels the financial strain.

Mar 3 • 14:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

It’s been decreed: something must be done about student loans in England

Student loan debt in England has become increasingly burdensome, leading to calls for reform from politicians and public figures.

Feb 28 • 15:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NELFUND receives 1.69 million applications, disburses 183.8 billion Naira

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has received nearly 1.7 million applications and disbursed over 183 billion Naira as the application period closes.

Feb 27 • 22:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis addresses backlash after difficult week as he says 'my skin is far too thin'

Financial expert Martin Lewis discusses the criticism he faced following a heated exchange with Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch on ITV's Good Morning Britain.

Feb 27 • 19:59 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Illinois: the law signed by JB Pritzker on loans that will come into effect in 2026

Illinois is implementing a new law in 2026 aimed at regulating student loan and educational financing agreements to protect consumers from predatory lending practices.

Feb 25 • 20:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Labour ministers explore ways of easing burden of plan 2 student loans

UK ministers are considering options to alleviate the financial strain of plan 2 student loans due to increased repayment pressures, with discussions about changing repayment thresholds and inflation rates.

Feb 25 • 16:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Student loans hope after Martin Lewis slams 'horrible' decision for graduates

Martin Lewis criticizes the UK government's decision to freeze the repayment threshold for Plan 2 student loans, which has stirred controversy among graduates and politicians alike.

Feb 25 • 16:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Starmer hints at changing student loans system

Sir Keir Starmer indicated that the UK government is considering reforms to the student loans system to make it fairer.

Feb 25 • 14:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Income Limits for Student Loan Interest Aid Increase in March

Income limits for student loan interest aid in Finland will rise in March, according to the Social Insurance Institution of Finland (Kela).

Feb 25 • 11:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Income limits for student loan interest assistance will increase in March

The income limits for student loan interest assistance in Finland will rise in March, according to the Finnish Social Insurance Institution (Kela).

Feb 25 • 09:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Student loan crisis in England and Wales is a scam on graduates, say angry MPs

Labour MPs in the UK have condemned the student loan system as a scam, urging for changes due to the rising debt burden on graduates.

Feb 25 • 09:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Kela support that many do not realize to apply for – the benefit is greatest for those with low income and a lot of debt

A little-known financial support from Kela is underutilized by recent graduates, offering significant benefits for those with low incomes and high debt.

Feb 24 • 10:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Good Morning Britain reveals truth behind Martin Lewis' 'ambush' of Kemi Badenoch interview

The hosts of Good Morning Britain discussed the unexpected appearance of financial expert Martin Lewis during an interview with Kemi Badenoch regarding student loan policies.

Feb 24 • 07:08 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘It’s not a freebie’: Ford government defends OSAP changes as opposition continues

Ontario Premier Doug Ford stands firm on changes to the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP), stating that funding for student loans is no longer a free entitlement as opposition mounts.

Feb 23 • 21:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis issues apology after ambushing Kemi Badenoch live on Good Morning Britain

Martin Lewis apologized on social media for interrupting Kemi Badenoch during her interview on Good Morning Britain.

Feb 23 • 12:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Martin Lewis ambushes Badenoch on Good Morning Britain over student loans plan

Kemi Badenoch was unexpectedly challenged live on air by finance expert Martin Lewis regarding the government's student loan interest rate cut proposal.

Feb 23 • 10:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Good Morning Britain chaos as star 'ambushes' guest's interview

Good Morning Britain experienced a chaotic moment when presenter Martin Lewis interrupted an interview with Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch to add his perspective on student loans.

Feb 23 • 09:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

The pressure is building on government to reform student loan repayments

The UK government faces increasing pressure to reform student loan repayments amid a Labour rebellion over a three-year freeze on repayment thresholds.

Feb 22 • 13:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Tories would scrap ‘debt trap’ of high interest student loans, says Kemi Badenoch

Kemi Badenoch announced that the Conservative Party plans to eliminate high interest rates on student loans, increasing pressure on Labour to address the issue.

Feb 22 • 13:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Key update on Plan B student loans as minister 'sees issue'

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has acknowledged the widespread concerns about Plan B student loans and indicated a willingness to review the system without committing to specific reforms.

Feb 22 • 11:47 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

What we know about the OSAP changes announced by Doug Ford

The Ontario government announced significant changes to its student financial aid program, OSAP, limiting grants to 25% of total aid and increasing loans effective Fall 2026.

Feb 20 • 17:59 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Fies 2026: Single Call Results for the First Semester Released

The Brazilian Ministry of Education has released the results of the single call for the Fies financing program for the first semester of 2026, which offers interest-free loans to eligible students.

Feb 19 • 17:03 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Saeima adopts several amendments to the Higher Education Law

The Saeima has approved amendments aimed at improving higher education programs in Latvia, allowing for more practical-based learning in doctoral programs and broadening eligibility for student loans.

Feb 19 • 11:51 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ford government faces ‘save OSAP’ campaign to reverse student loan changes

The Ontario government under Premier Doug Ford is facing mounting opposition to changes in the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) that favor loans over grants as part of efforts to reform post-secondary funding.

Feb 19 • 11:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Kela's support changes shock – clear message from the youth

Changes to Finland's Kela benefits have caused widespread shock among students receiving aftercare support, forcing many to consider taking out student loans or risking their education.

Feb 18 • 17:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Britons living in Europe face repayment hikes amid Reeves student loans row

UK graduates residing in Europe are set to experience significant increases in their student loan repayments starting in April, stirring controversy amid ongoing debates surrounding student debt reform.

Feb 18 • 15:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'My student debt is soaring though I'm paying back - rich get off easy'

The article discusses the frustration of a graduate whose student debt continues to increase despite regularly making payments, highlighting inequalities in the student loan system.

Feb 18 • 13:33 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NELFUND disburses ₦31.3m students’ loan to Kano varsity

Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed ₦31,335,500 to the Kaduna State College of Education for student loans in the 2025/2026 academic session.

Feb 18 • 10:25 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Student loans show that difficult decisions will only worsen in the United Kingdom

The UK faces increasingly challenging structural issues regarding student loans, with graduates often leaving university buried in significant debt.

Feb 18 • 00:30 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Students disappointed by Ontario’s cuts to OSAP grants, tuition freeze lift

Ontario students express concern over government cuts to OSAP grants and the lifting of a tuition freeze, fearing increased debt burdens.

Feb 16 • 17:40 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NELFUND disburses ₦392.8 million students’ loan to Delta University

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has disbursed ₦392.8 million in student loans to Delta State University, benefiting 1,854 students.

Feb 15 • 14:25 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Scholarship Interest Rates Soar, Limit Approaches - A Difference of Four Years After Graduation Results in an Increase of 780,000 Yen in Total Repayment

The rise in scholarship interest rates in Japan, resulting from a revision in financial policies, has significantly increased repayment amounts for students graduating four years apart.

Feb 14 • 23:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Vulnerable youth forced to take student loans shocks organizations

Child and family organizations are shocked by the recent requirement for students under child protection care to apply for student loans before receiving social assistance.

Feb 12 • 13:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Are you in trouble because of your student loan? Answer the survey and share your experiences

Growing financial burdens from rising student loan interest rates are causing increased distress among Finnish students, leading to significant amounts of unpaid loans.

Feb 12 • 10:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

NUS urges ‘loan shark’ Reeves to reverse changes to student debt repayment

Protesters gathered outside the Houses of Parliament to oppose new student loan repayment changes announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, which they feel will increase their financial burden.

Feb 11 • 19:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Over 28,000 Students May Have Their Study Grants Reclaimed

Over 28,000 students in Finland could be required to pay back their study grants due to exceeding the annual income limit in 2024.

Feb 10 • 08:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Morning Rundown: The main headlines, best video and what will shape today's news

Today's headlines from Sky News include Ukrainian defiance in Chernihiv, British actor Robert Aramayo winning a BAFTA, and ongoing pressure on the UK government to reform student loans.

Feb 10 • 06:37 UTC

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