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My student loan experience

Last summer I got accepted into a Master's program at UMDNJ. There was a lot of paperwork to fill out, but I completed the application. Much to my dismay I received a letter from UMDNJ shortly after being accepted stating that they received a payment from Sallie Mae for over $10,000. I was outraged. I never wanted any loans but they granted me student loans as part of the application process. There was an extensive online financial aid piece which was required but I never signed up for a loan. I called UMDNJ and they gave me the run around and then I called Sallie Mae and they told me to call the school. I was extremely angry, anytime you apply for a loan the company does a credit check and then the loan is registered in your credit history. I received a letter from Sallie Mae a few days later explaining the funds have been deposited. After much complaining and talking to supervisors was I able to cancel the student loan

Pay off all your student loans

To minimize debts, pay off loans with the highest interest rates first. Pay off credit card debts first, followed by any car loans, but make sure to pay off all your student loans as well. Pay off the loans with the highest interest rates first. If you need help consider getting all your student loans, car loans, and credit car debt consolidated into one payment. Many reputable companies will help you, just be careful of shady deals. If it sounds too sweet to be true, then stay away and make sure you read all the fine print.