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Graduate students in front of White House.
Students from George Washington University wear their graduation gowns outside of the White House in Washington, DC, on May 18, 2022
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If you've already used your savings, scholarships, and grants to pay for college and still find that you're unable to pay for school, a student loan could be a good option.

When considering your options, federal student loans should always take precedence over private ones. Federal loans have the lowest interest rates and come with a level of protection that private lenders don't offer.

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Cancel student debt activists
Activists hold cancel student debt signs as they gather to rally in front of the White House in Washington, DC, on August 25, 2022.
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