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Don’t wait to get help if you’re approaching student loan default.
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Get your credit in the best shape possible before applying.
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Unlike refinancing, consolidation won’t make your loans cheaper.
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If you believe your school was dishonest, you might be eligible for loan discharge.
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Doctors typically must serve in high-need areas in order to get loan forgiveness.
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Lots of nonprofits and organizations offer scholarships for Latino students.
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