What Is Discretionary Income for Student Loans?

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September 14, 2026 – In a Credible article about what discretionary income is for student loans, Stacey MacPhetres, senior director of education finance at Bright Horizons, shares insights on the topic. 

The amount you get is what the federal government considers “a protected portion of your income,” says Stacey MacPhetres, senior director of education finance at EdAssist by Bright Horizons.

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