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While we’re on the topic of student loans and the lifetime of debt college grads will face, here are some informative articles and resources to peruse (find a paper bag and try to remember to breathe slowly and evenly).
Compare student loan default rates at different colleges and universities with Ben Miller’s 411 on Cohort Default Rates.
More Articles of Interest:
What’s a Degree Really Worth?
College Grads Struggle to Repay Student Loans
Students Borrow More Money Than Ever for College
A Steep Climb for Indebted College Grads
Average Student Loan Debt By State
NY Times: Student Loans Information and Resources
Where You Enroll Can Make a Difference for Student Borrowers
Linking Debt and Income
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