Within days, millions of American borrowers will be able to start their applications for student loan forgiveness. Here are the key dates you need to know before applying, if you’re eligible. Early October Student loan forgiveness applications officially open, if they are kept to schedule. Borrowers should sign up with the Department of Education to be notified about the exact start date. Nov. 15, 2022 Nov. 15, 2022 is the deadline to apply for student loan forgiveness before the payment pause expires on Dec. 31, 2022. The Education Department expects claims to be processed within 4-6 weeks. J…