Student loan debt is arguably the financial crisis of our time. Americans now have more than $1.5 trillion in student loan debt. That's a figure that’s tripled over the last 12 years as the cost of college has soared and the perceived need for a college education has also risen in the era of globalization and the information economy.
That’s more than Americans owe in credit card debt or auto loans.
Luckily, for graduates looking to escape the crushing burden of student loan payments, dozens of companies now offer assistance with paying down debt. Keep reading to see 13 companies that can help you pay off your student loans.
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