February 25, 2016
5 FAQs: Before you Submit Your College Deposit
Deposits for college begin with an initial May 1st due date. Many may still be unsure of their choices, but…
February 16, 2016
How To Write The Perfect College Essay
The essay is an extremely important part of your college application, because it tells admission officers things about you that…
February 3, 2016
5 Expenses to Avoid Freshman Year
As a new college freshman, the excitement of starting school probably isn’t the only thing on your mind. With tuition…
January 28, 2016
6 Reasons Families Should Visit Colleges Early
A growing trend for families is making college visits during a student’s Sophomore or Freshman year of high school. In…
January 27, 2016
Who Offers In-State Tuition for Out-of-State Students?
Qualifying for in-state tuition can have a huge impact on the amount of student debt you’re stuck with after graduation.…
January 20, 2016
8 Tips to for Families to Avoid Scholarship Scams
The email starts out great. An institution wants to offer your child a scholarship, and they barely need anything from…
January 19, 2016
5 Questions You Must Ask Your Financial Aid Counselor
With college costs rising at unprecedented rates, more and more students are turning to financial aid to help pay for…
December 22, 2015
10 Tips to Get Your Employer to Pay for Continuing Education
Furthering your education and increasing your professional qualifications will both be essential for doing a better job and getting access…
December 18, 2015
Saving for College: Tips for Parents & Students
Key Points on Saving For College & How to Do It Covering the costs of college is a combination of…
December 15, 2015
How to Talk to Parents About Money While Home for the Holidays
If you’re like most twenty-something graduates, your finances probably aren’t where you thought they’d be by now. You may not…
December 8, 2015
How Out-Of-State College Affects Student Loan Debt & ROI
Moving to another state for college is a time-honored right of passage for countless students. It gives you the chance…
December 3, 2015
6 Ways to Reduce the Overall Cost of a College Education
In a special guest post from Money Crashers contributor David Bakke, 6 simple methods to reduce the cost of college…