Matthew Arrojas

Contributing Writer

Contributors/Matthew Arrojas

Education

BA Journalism, University of Florida

Matthew Arrojas is a news reporter at BestColleges covering higher education issues and policy. He previously worked as the hospitality and tourism news reporter at the South Florida Business Journal. He also covered higher education policy issues as a student at the University of Florida, where he graduated with a BA in journalism.

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Changes Proposed for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

New rules would expand PSLF to include more public service employers, but some higher-ed advocates don’t think the changes would do enough to address high denial rates.

December 15, 2021

Remote GI Bill® Recipients to Lose Part of Housing Allowance

Without legislative action, students who are still unable to attend classes in person will lose out on a key part of their GI Bill benefits.

December 16, 2021

Education Department’s Income-Driven Repayment Plan Draws Criticism

The proposed rule would lower monthly payments on student loan debt. Higher ed stakeholders say it doesn't go far enough for low-income borrowers.

December 10, 2021

Dem Senators Ask Biden to Extend Student Loan Payment Pause

Sens. Schumer and Warren say economic uncertainty and the omicron variant justify an extension of the pause on student loan repayment and cancellation of $50,000 in debt.

December 9, 2021

Biden’s Universal Pre-K Plan Could Help More Parents Pursue College Degree

Build Back Better includes nearly $400 billion to expand childcare access, a potential game changer for college students raising children.

December 9, 2021

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