News and Updates
PSLF Success Stories
The PSLF waiver is granting hundreds of thousands in debt relief to people working in public service –– with thousands averaging $60k+ in relief. Teachers, nurses, first responders, and more are finally getting the relief they need thanks to this update on the 2007 program.
NPR: PSLF.nyc founder Rich Leimsider on Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Expand Public Servants' Access to Student Loan Forgiveness
Legislation (S.8389-C/A.9523-B) Removes Barriers to Accessing Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program by Clarifying Key Terms, Allowing Employers to Certify Employment …
NY Daily News: “Out from under student loans’ crushing weight”
I didn’t win the lottery, but what happened came pretty close. The federal government wiped my remaining student debt to zero, eliminating hundreds of future payments — changing the way my family can make financial decisions.
LinkedIn: “Why U.S. Nonprofit Professionals Need to Act Fast…”
In a 2020 survey, 61% of nonprofit professionals with student loan debt reported that their debt was a significant source of stress. One in three (34%) said they felt hopeless.
Fortune.com: “Borrowers need to act to have any payments count toward relief”
Borrowers on track for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) have two months left to fill out a special waiver from President Joe Biden’s administration to have more of their past payments count toward forgiveness.
NYTimes - “Big Mouths about Big Debt”
A topic that was once steeped in shame and stigma has become normalized, for better or for worse.
Student Debt Free, ASAP!
With 50 Days until Deadline, PSLF.nyc Coalition Launches “Student Debt Free, ASAP” Campaign to Promote Federal Loan Forgiveness for Teachers, Nurses, and Other Government/Nonprofit Workers.