The maximum forgiveness amount is either $17,500 or $5,000, depending on the subject area taught.
Do you have eligible loans under both the Direct Loan Program and the FFEL Program?
yes I do
$17,500 or $5,000 is a combined maximum forgiveness amount for both programs
Is it that easy or are there more steps to be eligible for the maximum forgiveness?
Were you a highly qualified full-time mathematics or science teacher who taught students at the secondary school level?
No I wasn't
Were you a highly qualified special education teacher whose primary responsibility was to provide special education to children with disabilities?
No I didn't work with special ed students
You are not eligible for the combined maximum forgiveness amount
what loan forgiveness can I get for a Federal Consolidation Loan?