Americans owe $1.78 trillion in student loan debt. And on a per borrower basis, that amounts to an average of $37,338, which clearly isn't a small sum.

Not only can student debt be tricky to pay off, but it can also negatively impact your mental health. The mere fact of owing money can put a damper on your outlook and make you feel bad about your finances. So the sooner you're able to shed that debt, the better. Here are some things you can do to rid yourself of your student loan balance -- whether you owe $37,338 or a completely different sum.

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