Serious student loan debt is an unavoidable reality for too many college grads.

And because students debt is regulated by the federal government, you can bet that understanding students loans and navigating the repayment process are complicated by red tape and rigamarole.

To help make this easier to understand, Mint.com has created a helpful infographic to walk through the process.

Click here to see the the full-size image and info.

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