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 Student Loan Debt Is Too Much?
How much debt is too much debt? It's a question that anyone taking out a student loan needs to grapple with. According to a series in the New York Times a while back, the average debt load for a graduate was $20,000; students attending private colleges took out an average of $25,000. Those amounts have gone up... But how much the average student carries in debt isn't … [Read more...] about How Much Student Loan Debt Is Too Much?
Scholarships for Gay Students are Increasing
Many gay students in the past have tried to downplay their sexual orientation when trying to earn scholarships or grants. Today the number of scholarships for gay students are on the rise. Organizations such as the National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association offers various student awards and scholarships for aspiring gay and lesbian journalists. With some dedicated … [Read more...] about Scholarships for Gay Students are Increasing
Scholarship Announcements: Safety Scholars, Religion Reporters, Environmental Scholarship
TFIF, all you scholarship seekers! Despite the thunderstorms we've been experiencing this week, summer has most definitely arrived. But you shouldn't get too comfortable lounging out by the pool quite yet -- especially if you still need to figure out how you're going to pay for next semester's tuition bill. You need to get on the scholarship ball, and I'm here to help you out! … [Read more...] about Scholarship Announcements: Safety Scholars, Religion Reporters, Environmental Scholarship
The Public vs. Private School Debate
In this current economic climate, families are increasingly "down-grading" their college of choice. Students who had their eye set on a private school are instead picking an in-state public school. Would-be public school students are instead starting their educational careers are the local two-year junior college. (I mentioned this in a post two weeks ago about creative … [Read more...] about The Public vs. Private School Debate