How long did it take you to repay your college debt?

They're stuck in that job until they can pay back their student loan debt. You definitely don't want that. Prior to college, the best thing you can do is explore your options. If you can get a degree at a cheaper school and get the same outcome as a more expensive school, it may be worth going to the cheaper school. read more

I went to San Francisco State - then a college, now a university - for $49 a semester. My books usually cost more than my tuition. High cost of advanced education leads to lost opportunities for both prospective students and society as a whole. read more

If you total debt at graduation is less than your annual income, you should be able to repay your student loans in 10 years or less. There are several alternate repayment plans, such as extended repayment, graduated repayment and four income-driven repayment plans. read more