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Overwhelmed by recent changes to student borrowing and loan repayment?

Come to the experts at AccessLex!

Visit our Student Aid Policy and Action Center page and check out the FAQs to get all the answers you need.

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Get caught up on the hottest topics in higher ed – the student loan collection freeze, new spending bills, growing concern about government overreach, and so much more.

The Higher Ed Policy Roundup has it all – don’t miss out!

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January 23, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Don’t let news headlines cause you to make hasty money moves.

Get expert tips from Derek Brainard, Director of Financial Education, on how to manage stress and make smart financial decisions during uncertain times.

Read it today!

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January 23, 2026 at 3:35 PM
Through publications, research, and grantmaking, our Academic and Bar Success initiatives are dedicated to increasing student success in law school and boosting first time bar passage rates.

Learn more!

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January 21, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Step into the future of legal education with the AccessLex Resource Collections (ARC)!

With expert research and resources, the ARC provides a treasure trove of data-driven analysis – right at your fingertips.

Check it out!

https://arc.accesslex.org/
January 14, 2026 at 10:30 PM
From accountability provisions within the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) to wage garnishment for borrowers in default, this week's Roundup brings you the most talked-about and impactful developments in higher education.

Get expert insights today!
 
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January 9, 2026 at 10:15 PM
In partnership with Equal Justice Works, AccessLex is committed to advancing the goals of the PSLF Coalition!

Read the PSLF Coalition's quote in a press release on the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Payment Completion Fairness Act.

Check it out!

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December 29, 2025 at 7:01 PM
In a letter to the Senate HELP Committee, AccessLex offered its support for the PSLF Payment Completion Fairness Act, which would end the requirement that applicants be in public service at the time of loan forgiveness.

Learn more in our letter of support – read it today!

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December 24, 2025 at 4:02 PM
From repayment claims against the Education Department to updates on new legislation pending in Congress, this week's Roundup delivers the hottest news in higher education.

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December 19, 2025 at 4:45 PM
From a recent settlement affecting the SAVE Plan to an overview of current bills pending in Congress, the Roundup is your trusted source for the latest updates on higher ed policy.

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December 12, 2025 at 6:40 PM
From breaking news on the plan to dismantle the Education Department to an update on new congressional legislation, the Roundup is your go-to source for higher ed news!

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November 24, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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November 20, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Take the next step toward understanding and improving bar exam performance at your law school with the Bar Exam Success Analyses.

Gain valuable insights with this free initiative – set up an interest meeting today!

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November 18, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Unlock the latest insights on higher education with this week’s Roundup!

Dive into breaking news on Education Department funding, fresh research on first-generation student enrollment, and an annual report on college costs.

Read it today: https://ow.ly/bNNl50XrQCN
November 14, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Did you know that law students who graduated in 2024 enjoyed higher employment rates and earned higher salaries than those who graduated in 2023?

Examine these figures and more in the updated Data Deck – read it today!

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November 13, 2025 at 6:30 PM
In Law 360, Aaron N. Taylor discussed the Admission Innovation Project’s partnership with Southwestern Law and how the law school’s approach to admissions has already proved successful.

Read the article: https://ow.ly/5As150Xq7ON
November 12, 2025 at 2:01 PM
From legal challenges to the Education Department’s updated PSLF rules to a report on the nation’s rising household debt, the Roundup provides expert analyses of the latest higher ed policy news.

Check it out: https://ow.ly/8QCr50XpvjB
November 10, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Unlock expert perspectives on policy updates, discover key trends shaping the future of colleges and universities, and get all the latest insights on current legislation in the Roundup – your go-to source for higher ed news.

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October 31, 2025 at 5:02 PM
We’re excited to partner with Southwestern Law School for our inaugural Admission Innovation Project (AIP) grant!

In line with the goals of the AIP, Southwestern Law’s interview pathway lets applicants pursue admission while deemphasizing LSAT scores.

Learn more!

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October 29, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Curious about law school? Having a financial plan is critical!

In a new article in @ABA Journal, Derek Brainard, Director of Financial Education, provided top tips for funding your legal education and how our free tools can help!

Get the details:

https://ow.ly/LyyT50Xit8C
October 27, 2025 at 8:01 PM
This week’s Higher Ed Policy Roundup features the latest news, policy insights, and actionable updates to support your personal advocacy.

Become a Washington insider with the Roundup – read it today!

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October 24, 2025 at 4:03 PM
In response to a recent Senate Committee Request for Information, AccessLex advocated to improve transparency in higher education and lower student costs.

Read our letter to learn about the issues and our suggestions:

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October 22, 2025 at 1:01 PM
A Federal Register notice sought comments on a proposed survey component for the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System.

AccessLex urged the Education Department to pause the request until concerns about timing, scope, and intent are addressed.

Read our letter.
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October 16, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Have recent executive actions and laws impacted racial equity in legal education?

In The Indiana Lawyer, Tiffane Cochran, Vice President of Research, weighed in while sharing key facts and figures from the updated Legal Education Data Deck.

Get the insights: https://ow.ly/H01s50XaHbR
October 13, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Don't miss this week's edition of the Roundup, where our experts break down the latest news in higher education and highlight new legislation.

View your policy update today!

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October 10, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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This FREE program boosts chances of law school acceptance with LSAT prep, financial assistance, and admission counseling.

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September 26, 2025 at 10:08 PM