Nonprofit lender explains private student loans, expands PA Forward and Keystone outreach to border states On the Higher Education Access Corner podcast, host Tiffany DeVan and Dr. Kim McCurry of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) discussed when private (alternative) student loans are used, repayment trade-offs, and PHEAA's PA Forward and Keystone products and outreach resources for Pennsylvania and neighboring states.

Struggling to cover college costs? Discover the ins and outs of private student loans and how they can impact your financial future!

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Mankato board ratifies 2025–27 teacher contract after negotiation; district estimates $6.4M cost increase The Mankato Area Public Schools board ratified a two‑year contract with the Mankato Teachers Association covering licensed teachers and related‑service staff. District staff said the agreement represents approximately $6,400,000 in new cost (about a 9.38% increase) and includes salary step movement, career increments and benefit adjustments.

The Mankato Area Public Schools board has approved a landmark contract with the Teachers Association, committing $6.4 million to enhance teacher salaries and benefits over the next two years!

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Board authorizes up to $100 million in college student loan bonds, delegates sale authority to commissioner and CFO The board approved a resolution authorizing up to $100 million of tax‑exempt private activity bonds to support the College Access Loan (CAL) program and delegated authority to executive staff to execute sales and potential refundings within prescribed limits.

Texas is making strides in education funding by approving a groundbreaking $100 million bond resolution to support student loans through the College Access Loan program!

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Oklahoma Council of Bond Oversight approves new allocations for state bond pools Council allocates state ceiling percentages for Student Loan, Economic Development, and Housing bonds.

Oklahoma's Council of Bond Oversight just approved new allocations that will boost student loans, economic development, and housing—big changes are on the horizon!

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Connecticut passes tax changes for homebuyer savings accounts and stock income disclosures Connecticut introduces tax provisions for homebuyer accounts and stock income starting January 2025

Connecticut is taking bold steps to ease financial burdens with a new bill that offers tax relief for first-time homebuyers and student loan repayment assistance!

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Kansas establishes medical student loan program at University of Kansas School of Medicine University of Kansas School of Medicine initiates loans for medical students to cover tuition and expenses.

Kansas is taking a bold step to combat its healthcare shortage by introducing a groundbreaking loan program for medical students that could reshape the future of medicine in the state.

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