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Student Loans: The Fund-Eating Dragon (2022)

At the start of the 20th century, only the most privileged could afford to go to college. Today, millions of students pursue higher ed — and owe $1.7 trillion in debt.

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This week on Throughline, we explore the origins of federal student loans, the promises the government made, and how an idealistic vision transformed into what some have called a monster.

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Student Loans: The Fund-Eating Dragon (2022)

April 6, 202312:01 AM ET

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[Ramtin Arablouei, co-host and co-producer of Throughline.]

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Student Loans: The Fund-Eating Dragon (2022)

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