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Moody's gives student lending outlook a failing grade | California Watch

Moody's gives student lending outlook a failing grade | California Watch

Moody's gives student lending outlook a failing grade

A new report from Moody's Analytics finds that while improvements in the economy have caused most types of consumer loans to see decreased delinquencies, the performance of student loans has not gotten better – making the outlook for student lending and borrowers worrisome.

The analysis [PDF], reported by Inside Higher Ed and written by Moody's researcher Cristian de Ritis, notes that delinquency and default rates on student loans are likely to rise in coming years because tuition will continue to


LA officials step up efforts to address school seismic safety

Concerned about a renewed state focus and the potential for lawsuits, the Los Angeles County Office of Education has stepped up efforts to help local school officials investigate the seismic safety of their buildings.