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Category Archives: Loans and scholarships
Federal student loan repayment plans: Get in the know with what you’ll owe!
Whether you’re an entering freshman or a first-year grad student, being in the know with what your federal student loan debt looks like is a good way to stay ahead of the game for when the time comes to begin … Continue reading
Poll: Stafford loan interest rate increase, students consider cheaper education alternatives
Unless Congress acts quickly to stop it from doubling, the federal subsidized Stafford loan interest rate is scheduled to revert back to 6.8 percent on July 1 from the current 3.4 percent, affecting millions of students across America. Effects on … Continue reading
Student loan debt crisis: What does it mean to college students?
If you’re still in school, chances are you haven’t given much thought about how much student loan debt you’re carrying. If you’re nearing the end of your program though, you’ve probably had nightmares about how you’ll make payments while trying … Continue reading
Seven fast FAFSA tips: How to jumpstart your federal student financial aid application
The end of winter break brings the beginning of the federal student aid application season. But, don’t sweat it! Whether this is your first time dealing with financial aid or you’re planning your FAFSA renewal, there are several basic tips … Continue reading
Changing school demographics: More working college students enrolling
Not long ago, the typical college student was under age 25, single and without children. The college years meant dorm living, new freedoms and transitioning to life without the constant presence of parents. Getting a degree was possible in four … Continue reading
Cost of college education and the rise in college tuition
The job market has always been competitive—now, even more so in this strained economy. When you begin your job search, you’ll need every edge possible to leap to the top of the resume pile, and a college degree might just be … Continue reading
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