Articles by Kat Tretina
Do You Have to Pay Back Financial Aid?
April 23, 2021
Do you ever have to pay back any of the financial aid you receive for college or graduate school? The answer depends on the type... read more
FAFSA Verification: Why You Could Be Selected and How to Handle It
March 31, 2021
Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is an essential first step when you’re planning for college. It’s what the federal government, colleges... read more
Is It Possible to Transfer Private Student Loans To Federal Loans?
January 5, 2021
Since private student loans come from private financial institutions, it’s not possible to transfer private student loans into federal ones. However, it may be possible... read more
How to Get Financial Aid Back After a Suspension, Other Common Scenarios
January 5, 2021
Not having the funds you need to afford school can feel like the end of the world. But losing your student loan and financial aid... read more
How Does the Federal Loan Interest Subsidy Work?
November 24, 2020
While you’re probably aware that income-driven repayment plans can lower your student loan payments, you might not know that some of them come with an... read more