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Dear Roadie: Is a $50K Parent PLUS Loan Ever Worth It?

Debbie Schwartz

Road2College is dedicated to providing families with trustworthy information about college admissions and paying for college. We recognize the two processes are intertwined and our goal is to educate families on all aspects of admissions and funding so they can make smarter college financial decisions.

Articles by Debbie

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Dear Roadie: Is a $50K Parent PLUS Loan Ever Worth It?

August 1, 2025

Dear Roadie, Our daughter just got into her dream school — and it’s a big name. We’re thrilled for her,…

How the New Student Loan Law Changes Paying for College and Grad School

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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law by President Trump on July 4, includes major changes to federal…

Congress Overhauls Parent and Student Loans: What Families Need to Know

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Dear Roadie: Is College Still Worth It in 2025?

July 2, 2025

Dear Roadie, My son is a junior, and we’re starting to look at colleges — but he’s not convinced it’s…