For-Profit Colleges & Student Loan Debt
Overview
Our Experts
Individuals in the U.S. owe more than $1.5 trillion in student loan debt—exceeding credit card and auto loan debt combined. Every year, over one million borrowers default on their loans, with students from for-profit colleges twice as likely to default. Many for-profit institutions have been accused of targeting vulnerable individuals with deceptive and predatory practices, leaving students burdened by debt, holding degrees of little value, and facing limited job prospects.
Public Counsel’s Consumer Rights & Economic Justice project helps student borrowers harmed by predatory for-profit schools, struggling with loan repayment, or facing abusive debt collection practices.
Do you need help with for-profit college or student loan debt? We may be able to help.
To request legal assistance, please complete our complete our online intake form or call our intake line: (213) 385-2977, x700. After you complete your intake, our staff will review your request and contact you to discuss next steps.
Videos
Discover how to navigate your student loans and gain the tools you need to take control of your student debt. Our five-part YouTube series focuses on understanding your student loans, managing repayment, avoiding default, and exploring forgiveness and discharge options.
