Student Loan Reimbursement Program

December 27, 2024


Starting January 1, Connecticut college students will be able to benefit from a bill we passed to alleviate student loan debt. The reimbursement program, led by House Democrats and the first of its kind in the nation, provides up to $5,000 per year for up to four years (up to $20,000) in loan forgiveness. Six million dollars has been allocated in the current budget cycle and will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. 

The Office of Higher Education (OHE) may approve the participation of any person in the student loan reimbursement program who meets the following requirements:

  • Must have graduated from a public or private college or university in Connecticut with a bachelor’s or associate degree or have an occupational/professional license or certificate or left such college in good standing and was granted a hardship waiver by the Office of Higher Education
  • Must be a Connecticut resident for at least five consecutive years
  • Must have an income below $125,000 if filing single in 2023
  • Must have an income below $175,000 if filing married in 2023
  • Must have made payments towards student loans
  • Must have 50 hours of volunteering time after January 1, 2024

This program represents a true bipartisan effort and will have a direct impact not only on Connecticut’s economy but also on its workforce.

Questions should be directed to OHE.SLRP@CT.GOV. The application process opens on January 1. 
 
Click here for more information and/or to apply in January