Do many schools pay off student loans if you become a teacher there?

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I live in Florida and was told by a friend that if I decide to become a teacher that most schools will offer "student loan forgiveness" therefore pay off the student loans. Is this true?

Do many schools pay off student loans if you become a teacher there?

There is a federal loan forgiveness program by which percentages of your student loan can be written off if you teach in the same Title I school for at least five years. Title I schools have a certain percentage of "disadvantaged kids": those receiving free or reduced lunch. Check the documentation on your loan to see if it qualifies.

My loan does, but I taught in one Title I school for two years, another for three years, and then went to work for the district. Oh well!

Do many schools pay off student loans if you become a teacher there?

no its not quite true! They will not pay for existing debts but what most counties will do is if you have any existing classes to take then they will help pay for them but you are responsible for your books. (if you teach in that county or sign a contract.

Do many schools pay off student loans if you become a teacher there?

I'm a 3rd year high school band teacher. I have never heard of this.

Do many schools pay off student loans if you become a teacher there?

This would be for people who go to school to get certified to teach math, science and/or special education.

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Do many schools pay off student loans if you become a teacher there?

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