My PSLF Testimonial

Elena, Child Health Services, Spokane, Washington

“PSLF provided a path to do the work I was called to do – serving children and families- without being forced out by overwhelming student debt.”

After graduating into a recession and carrying student loans that continued to grow despite years of payments, PSLF made it possible to stay in public health rather than pursue higher-paying work outside the field. It shaped nearly every career decision I made, allowing me to contribute during critical moments like the COVID-19 pandemic and continue building systems that connect healthcare and social services for families. PSLF didn’t erase responsibility; it made long-term public service financially sustainable, and without it, careers like mine would be far harder to maintain and far less accessible to those who want to serve.