It's never too early to start planning for how you are going to pay for your child's college education. Saving for college is critical. Public Universities tend to raise tuition every year! It's scary to imagine what that cost might be eighteen years from now. If you have just had a baby or plan to have one very soon here are a few thoughts you might want to consider. … [Read more...] about Saving for College – Start Planning Early
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How Much Is Your College Degree Really Worth?
We've all read the statistics that a college graduate earns $1 million more over their lifetime than a non-college grad. That's a pretty compelling reason to go to college, isn't it? But is it accurate? Or does it depend on what you study? And therefore, what kind of career you will pursue when you graduate? A new Georgetown University study has found that yes, indeed, … [Read more...] about How Much Is Your College Degree Really Worth?
Congratulations! You graduated! Now what?
Congratulations to all the recent grads out there! Hopefully you made it through four (or five) years of college without a mountain of student loan debt. But even if you aren't desperate to start earning cash so you can make good on your loan payments, you are still facing an uphill battle to find a good paying job these days. There is no doubt that getting a job out of college … [Read more...] about Congratulations! You graduated! Now what?
Work Your Way Through School
There's no doubt that college is costly -- and getting more expensive every year. Even if you win top scholarships, take out some heavy duty student loans, and qualify for government grants, you will still probably need a bit of extra money to cover books, fees and living expenses. The best solution: Working your way through school. For some of you, working your way through … [Read more...] about Work Your Way Through School
7 Creative Ways to Pay for College
This story about creative financing for college ran over the weekend in my local paper. The article does a great job of outlining some of the financial challenges families are facing in the midst of this country's economic crisis. It was good to see that staying in school is still a priority for the two families featured in the piece, but rather heart-wrenching to read the … [Read more...] about 7 Creative Ways to Pay for College