The Indicator from Planet Money · June 29, 2026 · 9m

What you should know about your student loans

The Indicator examines how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will affect federal student loans starting July 1, with stricter borrowing caps and new repayment plans. NPR Education Reporter Cory Turner explains the upcoming changes and their potential impact on the 43 million Americans with federal student debt.

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Highlights

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Stricter Student Loan Caps and Repayment Plans Begin July 1

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act introduces tighter borrowing limits and new federal repayment plans for student loans, taking effect on July 1.

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43 Million Americans Hold Federal Student Loans

An estimated 43 million Americans carry federal student loan debt, underscoring the scale of the population affected by new policy changes.

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