Student loan repayment resources and support
Student loan payments resumed in October 2023. Regions has resources and tools to help you. We offer personalized financial plans to help you set debt payment targets, manage your finances and make progress toward your ultimate financial goals. Take a look at the available resources listed below and contact us to talk about possible banking solutions for your changing needs.
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Student loan repayment tips & resources
The U.S. Department of Education's COVID-19 relief for student loans ended in 2023. Student loan interest resumed September 1, 2023 with payments due in October, 2023. Whether you are looking for more information regarding forgiveness, debt reduction, reduced payment plans or have other questions, the federal student aid website can help you navigate the next best steps depending on your situation. Information on the site includes the following:
- Details on COVID-19 Emergency Relief and Federal Student Aid
- Find a repayment plan that fits your unique situation and goals
- Ways to qualify for student loan forgiveness for eligible borrowers
- Income-Driven Repayment Plan Information
- A fresh start for borrowers with federal student loans in default. More information
Prepare for repayment by getting re-established with your servicer.
Find your loan servicer's contact information on your Federal Student Aid account dashboard under "My Loan Servicers" and take these steps:
- Ensure your contact information is current with your loan servicer and on your studentaid.gov profile.
- Log in to your loan servicer's website or contact your loan servicer to review your auto-debit enrollment or sign-up.
- Contact your loan servicer with questions or visit the Federal Student Aid Office of the U.S. Department of Education website for further information.
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