Author name: Elara Voskian

Elara Voskian is a certified student loan counselor and former federal loan servicing auditor with 12 years of frontline experience navigating deferment, forbearance, and income-driven repayment systems. She holds an MPA in Public Financial Policy and has trained over 200 financial aid officers on regulatory compliance. Her work bridges regulatory frameworks and borrower advocacy, emphasizing equitable access to deferment options across diverse economic and immigration statuses.