If you are a college student, or planning to be one in the future, here are some facts you should brush up on. According to the research group Public Agenda (funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation), more than half of all students who dropped out of school and failed to graduate did so because they "needed to go to work and make money." One-third of respondents said … [Read more...] about Financial Aid Critical to Graduation Rates
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Scholarship Myths and Facts
Are you thinking about applying for a college scholarships but not sure that you have what it takes to make the grade? Perhaps that's because you have heard one too many myths about scholarships. This post will set the record straight! Myth: I can't win a scholarship unless I have a straight-A average. Fact: Sure, some scholarships are interested in candidates with high … [Read more...] about Scholarship Myths and Facts
Students More Worried Than Ever about Student Loan Debt
A study by Cappex.com has found that students are more worried than ever about not only how they will pay for college – but whether they will be able to afford to pay off their student loans when they graduate. Two out of three high school seniors say they are “experiencing anxiety” about having to take out loans. Their anxiety is stemming directly from the continuing … [Read more...] about Students More Worried Than Ever about Student Loan Debt
Winter Break Check List for High School Seniors
Hey college seniors: How's your winter break going? For me here in the Midwest, it's been all about snow, snow, and, oh, more snow. The good thing about being snow bound is that you have plenty of time to do paperwork -- and there's plenty where that comes from when it comes to getting into college and figuring out how to pay for it. Not sure where to start? Here's a handy … [Read more...] about Winter Break Check List for High School Seniors
Textbook Tips: How to Save Money on Text Books
Did you know that the average college student spends $1,000 a year on textbooks? With a whopping bill like that, it's definitely worth it to try to save as much as you can on books -- however you can. So before you hit the campus bookstore, be sure to read these six tips for saving cash on your textbooks. Buy online. But be sure to choose a vendor that offers free … [Read more...] about Textbook Tips: How to Save Money on Text Books