Student loan debt in the United States

This report presents statistics and facts on student loan debt in the United States. The report begins with an overview of the continuing student debt crisis, presenting in-depth information on outstanding student loans and the amount of debt held by borrowers. The report then outlines the demographics of student debt, revealing ongoing inequalities faced by women and people of color and highlighting debt differences within higher education institutions. Further detail is also provided on repayment difficulties and default rates. Ultimately, this report concludes by outlining the political controversy of federal student loan forgiveness, followed by a section divulging the opinions of the American public themselves.