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Student Loan Delinquencies Surge Among Older Borrowers

8/15/2025

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In Q2 2025, 18% of student loan borrowers aged 50+ are seriously delinquent, up from 10% in 2019.
Increased delinquencies are linked to borrowing for children's education and returning to school.
The Trump administration is restarting student loan collection efforts after a five-year pause related to the pandemic.

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Story summary

In Q2 2025, 18% of student loan borrowers aged 50+ are seriously delinquent, up from 10% in 2019.
Increased delinquencies are linked to borrowing for children's education and returning to school.
The Trump administration is restarting student loan collection efforts after a five-year pause related to the pandemic.