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Through July 1, 2025, Parent PLUS borrowers can access all income-driven repayment (IDR) plans — including the new SAVE plan — through double consolidation. Double consolidation is when a borrower consolidates their Parent PLUS loans twice in order to create a new Direct Loan that is eligible for all available IDR plans and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). CLICK HERE for more information.
Are you having issues with your student loan servicer? The Bureau of Consumer Credit Protection is here to help. Maine's Student Loan Ombuds can help borrowers resolve disputes with their loan servicer and make sure they are in compliance with the law. All student loan servicers in Maine must obtain a license from the Bureau. Check a license at NMLSConsumeraccess.org (Trusted Partner Link)
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Return to Repayment
- Student Loan Resource Materials and Links
- Tips to Avoid Scams
- File a Complaint
Are you a resident of a state other than Maine and need help with your student loans? CLICK HERE (Trusted Partner Link) to find out if your state has a student loan ombudsman.
Student Loan News
- 1/13/2025: U.S. Department of Education Approves Group Discharge for 73,600 Borrowers Who Attended a Center for Excellence in Higher Education School and Will Receive Over $1.15 Billion in Student Loan Discharges
- 12/23/2024: U.S. Department of Education Announces Borrowers Can Now Apply for Additional Income-Driven Repayment Plans
- 11/18/2024: U.S. Department of Education Releases Interim Final Rule on ICR/PAYE
- 10/29/2024: Update on SAVE Program
- 10/10/2024: Update on Income Driven Repayment