<prompt> Human: I know the answer but it pains me to see the money go. Over the past year I have been controlling my spending and saving. Today I can finally say I COULD comfortably pay off my highest interest loan group which accounts for 75 of my total student debt. The loan is 8K 6.55. The remaining loan will be 2.8K 4.25. I may just let this last one ride. The feeling of 8K going out the door for nothing tangible is depressing but I realize I am paying for the situation I find myself in now; a college grad with a stable income and good outlook on a financial future. A true mix of emotions. Have a great Memorial Day to all. Edit I did it. I paid 8,034.43 to clear my entire high interest loan. Feels good. Thank you all.  <response>: The 8k went out the door when you signed up for classes, not when you pay the bill for them. 