I understand that there may be other student loan benefits for certain teachers. Is Public Service Loan Forgiveness always the best choice?
Answer:
Highly-qualified teachers in certain low-income schools may be eligible for a different loan forgiveness program that provides $5,000 in loan forgiveness after the completion of five academic years as an elementary or secondary school teacher. Highly-qualified math, science or special education teachers may be eligible for up to $17,500 in loan forgiveness after the completion of five academic years as a teacher in an eligible school.