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Confusion Reigns Over Student Loan Costs

CU survey suggests future college graduates will face massive unintended debt.
May 13, 2013
Half of high school seniors don’t understand the cost and terms of student loans.
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High School CU Branch Provides ‘Hands-On, Real-Life’ Financial Education

Student staff and members put money management principles into action.
April 23, 2013
High school branch reflects a nationwide trend by CUs to provide teens on-site access to financial education and services.
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One of Five Households Has Student Loan Debt

Burden is greatest on the young and poor, report reveals.
April 8, 2013
Average outstanding student loan balance approaching $30,000.
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Student Loans Show Potential

Private student loans have suffered a black eye in recent years as 'bad actors.'
January 1, 2013
Student loans offer opportunities for income and provide an affordable way for members to send their children to college.
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CUs Missing Out on Student Loan Opportunity

Panel schools conference attendees on benefits of private student loans.
November 12, 2012
Why do less than 0.5% of CUs offer private student loans?
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The Tiny Little Voice

Intuition isn’t always accurate, but it bears consideration.
October 1, 2012
How often does acumen help us make good business decisions for our members and coworkers?
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Students Assume Greater Share of College Costs

CUs and college students are in desperate need of each other.
August 24, 2012
Lack of understanding about private student loans can lead to serious financial problems after graduation.
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The Lifelong Consequences of Student Debt

The default rate on student loans, overall, is close to 9%.
August 1, 2012
U.S. student debt is about $1 trillion and growing, and defaults are climbing. It’s entirely possible this trend might evolve into a crisis.
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Fynanz Surpasses 200 Lending Partners

Thirty new lending partners have joined the private student lending platform in early 2012.
June 5, 2012
Thirty new lending partners have joined the private student lending platform in early 2012.
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‘Lost Generation’ Faces New Obstacles

Many young adults face poor job prospects, high student debt levels.
March 8, 2012
CUs can reach young adults by emphasizing their strengths: Financial stability and reasonable rates and fees.
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