Loan Forgiveness and Discharge Programs
| Program | Who it's for | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Public Service Loan Forgiveness (for Direct Loans only) |
You may qualify if you:
|
Forgives part of your educational loan debt, provided you fulfill certain work-related requirements. |
| Teacher Loan Forgiveness | You may qualify if you teach:
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Forgives part or all of your educational loan debt, provided you fulfill certain work-related requirements. |
| Total and Permanent Disability | You may qualify if you:
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Cancels your obligation to repay the balance of your student loans. |
| Loan Discharge | You may qualify if your school:
You may also qualify if:
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Dismisses your monthly loan payments and refunds payments you have already made. |
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