If you're a community college student applying for financial aid, then know this: You're in exceedingly good company. The number of your fellow students in need of aid has skyrocketed over the last five years, according to Robert Shireman, president of EconomicDiversity.org: "As costs like housing and textbooks continue to rise along with tuition and fees, financial aid is … [Read more...] about More Community College Students Need Financial Aid Than Ever Before
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Stretching Your College Going Dollars – Making Good Choices
What's one of the smartest ways to stretch your money for college? Make smart choices. Do a budget. The best way to do this is to keep track of every dollar you spend for one month. Carry a little notebook with you or do a list in your phone. You will be surprised where some of the money goes. It is different for everyone. Some people would never spend money on a video … [Read more...] about Stretching Your College Going Dollars – Making Good Choices
On The Campaign Trail: John McCain on Higher Education
ARCHIVE STORY - June 30, 2008 by Mara Strom Last week, we spotlighted the views of Barack Obama, the (presumed) Democratic nominee, on higher education and financial aid. I promised you then that I wasn't being partisan -- and that we'd look this week at what the Republican nominee John McCain has to say about funding your college education. Well, I'm keeping my promise, but … [Read more...] about On The Campaign Trail: John McCain on Higher Education