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- Millions of people in Pakistan are trapped making bricks to pay off loans borrowed from kiln owners.
- But working at kilns is dangerous.
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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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