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Education WVPB Staff, Jun. 05, 2024

Changes To The FAFSA On This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, commonly known as the FAFSA, is meant to help students access funds to pursue higher education. But as Chris Schulz reports, recent changes to the federal form have left students and schools scrambling for answers.

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Education Chris Schulz, Feb. 23, 2024

Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Means Millions For W.Va. Borrowers

Over a thousand West Virginians will have $8.8 million in student loans canceled.

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Government Jack Walker, Feb. 06, 2024

Senate Bill Aims To Bring More Forensic Pathologists To West Virginia

Facing a national shortage of doctors trained to perform autopsies, West Virginia lawmakers are considering a bill that would fund student loan repayments for forensic pathologists in the state.

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Government Chris Schulz, Sep. 15, 2022

State Receives Federal Funding For Healthcare Workers

Federal funding has been approved to support student loan repayment for healthcare workers in West Virginia.

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Education Randy Yohe, Aug. 31, 2022

Student Loan Debt Forgiveness Plan: W.Va. Impact

Kelly Allen, the Executive Director at the West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy says more than 200,000 West Virginians could see relief on student loans as part of a forgiveness plan announced by President Joe Biden.

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Health & Science Liz McCormick, Nov. 19, 2020

W.Va. Mental Health Professionals Are Getting Help With Student Loan Debt

Licensed mental health professionals who are living and practicing in underserved communities across the state will be eligible to apply for a new Mental Health Loan Repayment program.

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