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Navigating College Finances: Student Work and Cost Sensitivity
Tweet The financial realities of higher education have shifted dramatically, placing a heavy burden on the shoulders of young adults who are just beginning their journeys. We know how overwhelming
To Be Or Not To Be A Debtor
High school seniors continue to have dreadful feelings about their future because they see student debt increasing. The solid facts show that the last decade has yielded a 56% increase of student debt.
Student Aid Bill of Rights Signed by Obama
President Barack H. Obama has made good on one of his higher education promises. On Tuesday the president signed a memorandum at Georgia Tech in Atlanta instructing the Department of Education and other federal agencies to discover ways to help students with loan repayments.
Grad Students Miss Out on Student Loan Relief
Tweet Student debt and grad school students. One group, graduate students, are shut out of the loan relief program, and will now pay higher interest rates on their loans. Moreover,
How to Minimize College Debt
Tweet What kind of self-management abilities? Succeeding in college depends on being well-organized, knowing how to work, learn independently, and use time productively, to name a few. Neuman speaks from
Understanding the True Costs of Financing
Tweet College aid programs, including scholarships and federal Stafford loans may not cover the full portion of your college costs. Therefore, many students are turning to private student loans to
Free Tuition Colleges Really Exist!
Tweet If you’re wondering how you’ll pay for your son’s or daughter’s college education take heart — you are not alone. Granted, the company of others who find themselves in
Smart Money Tips For College Students
Tweet You’ve seen them in the student center, you’ve come across them on the way to the library, your dorm, even on campus billboards. What am I talking about? Credit
Private Student Loans Expand Your Options
Tweet We’ve been following some wonderful trends lately when it comes to paying for college including the decision that some schools have made to do away with student loans. Specifically,
Dorm Free, But Furnishings Are Needed
Tweet Ask a handful of college students who live on campus what they think of dorm life and you’ll probably get a bunch of different answers including: “Its cool. I
Is College Still Worth It? The Real Cost, Debt, And ROI
Few financial decisions carry as much weight—or as much uncertainty—as choosing to pursue a college degree. For millions of students and families, higher education represents both an investment in the future and a significant financial commitment that can take decades to pay off.