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New Regulations Protect Student Borrowers from For-Profit Colleges

June 9, 2011 | Adam S. Minsky, Esq. Policy & Reform

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The U.S. Department of Education released new regulations last week that increase federal oversight of for-profit colleges (e.g., University of Phoenix, DeVry University, ITT Tech) and seek to protect student loan borrowers. This follows increasing scrutiny from lawmakers about the practices of for-profit colleges.

For-profit colleges spent about $8 million in federal lobbying last year, and they fought hard to stop these regulations. The regulations, in part, provide that for-profit colleges must pass a three-part test in order to be eligible to receive federal student loans and grants. Student debt advocates applauded these regulations, but many think they do not go nearly far enough to protect student borrowers. What do you think?

Read more here: http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0611/56077.html

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About Adam S. Minsky, Esq.

Adam S. Minsky founded the first law office in Massachusetts devoted entirely to assisting student loan borrowers, and he is one of the only attorneys in the country practicing in this area of law. He provides counsel, legal assistance, and direct advocacy for borrowers on a variety of student loan-related matters. He regularly speaks to students, graduates, and advocates about the latest developments in higher education financing.

Books by Adam S. Minsky

The Student Loan Handbook for Law Students and Attorneys

The Student Loan Handbook for Law Students and Attorneys

Student Loan Debt 101

Student Loan Debt 101: The Definitive Guide to Understanding and Managing Your Student Loans

Student Loans for Parents and Cosigners

The Student Loan Guide for Parents and Cosigners

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