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Delaware State University Forgiving Nearly $750,000 In Student Debt

DOVER, Del. (CBS) -- Delaware State University is forgiving nearly three-quarters of $1 million in student debt. The relief will go to about 200 recently graduated students.

The university in Dover is choosing those who have faced financial hardship during the pandemic.

The average eligible student will receive about $3,200 in debt relief.

The funds come from the federal government's American Rescue Plan.

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