
Drug convictions and student loans: Here’s what to know
Your federal aid eligibility could be affected, but you still have options.
Former Bankrate editor Chelsea Wing specializes in student loans, financial aid and college budgeting. Despite growing up in Washington, Chelsea attended the University of Iowa for college — so she understands the realities of chipping away at expensive out-of-state tuition. She is invested in helping students navigate the high costs of college and breaking down the complexities of student loans.
Chelsea currently lives in Seattle. In her spare time, she enjoys writing, travel and musical theatre.
Chelsea has edited hundreds of articles for Bankrate and enjoys covering both news pieces and long-form guides. She helped develop the Bankrate Best Value Colleges guide and has monitored student loan forgiveness efforts since early 2020.
Chelsea has been working as Bankrate’s student loans editor since early 2020. Prior to joining Bankrate, Chelsea was the insurance and finance editor at Reviews.com, where she specialized in covering life insurance.
Your federal aid eligibility could be affected, but you still have options.
If you’ve received a call promising student loan forgiveness, proceed with caution.
Adult learners can access funds for tuition, supplies and even child care.
Scholarships aren’t just for high school seniors; college students can also benefit.
Your GPA and credit hours can affect your financial aid.
There are several types of accreditation to consider.
If you have private student loans, Aspire could be managing your payments.
The application for the 2023-24 academic year closes on June 30, 2023.