Understanding Student Loan Decisions: A Literature Review

Abstract

Because of the continuing increase in college costs and the need for a college education, the use of student loans has affected many individuals and households in the United States. Researchers and policy-makers need a comprehensive review of literature to understand the determinants and consequences of student loans. This article provides information on the current trends in student loans, reviews the effect of education loans on college enrollment and career decisions, as well as the effects on personal life decisions. Implications for future research related to methodology, information, and the decision-making process for an at-risk population are offered.Tuition and fees at colleges and universities continue to rise more rapidly than the rate of inflation. The rate of increase was 17% at private nonprofit 4-year colleges and almost 30% at public institutions between

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