New Legislation Implements Major Changes to Federal Student Loan System

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Published: 2026-06-09
Category: education
Source: Columbia International University
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Effective July 1, 2026, new federal legislation will introduce substantial alterations to the student loan system. The "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" establishes stricter annual and lifetime borrowing limits for various loan types, including graduate and Parent PLUS loans. Additionally, new borrowers will face a reduced selection of repayment plans, primarily a revised standard option and a new Repayment Assistance Plan.

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