Social media emerged as a way for you to connect with your friends and have fun. However, over time, these websites have collected a lot of personal information about you, most of which you probably have offered. As a result, colleges (and employers) often turn to...
As their high school years come to an end, a growing percentage of students opt to take a gap year before starting college. This was a trend before the pandemic, but COVID-19 seems to have accelerated the number of students choosing not to go straight...
Preparing to apply to colleges is an exciting time. One thing prospective students worry about is impressing the college admissions team. To be ready to dazzle when the time comes, high school students can take away some of the stress and start thinking early about...
Studying abroad exposes you to different cultures and experiences. But you want to make sure you can afford an international study program before you enroll. Learn more about using financial aid to pay for your study abroad tuition. Complete Financial Aid Paperwork Paying for your study abroad...
Counting down the days until your college interview can be pretty stressful. After all, it’s a new experience and you don’t know what to expect. The good news is with a little preparation, you can enter it more confidently and, ultimately, acing the interview. Interviews won’t...
Families today struggle with the dilemma of how they’ll pay for college. In late 2021, CNBC reported Georgetown University research that found college costs increased by a whopping 169% since 1980. Yet, salaries for graduates only have risen 19%. While you may experience some sticker shock...
Applying to colleges is an exciting time, but can also be stressful due to needing to narrow down colleges and then figuring out how to pay for everything. Many students end up missing out on financial aid that can help alleviate some of those stressors...
Selecting a college degree major is a big step in the pursuit of higher education. It’s a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly, because what you decide now can affect your future. Here are five tips for choosing your college major. 1. Identify Your Passion One big...
A primary step in pursuing money to help you to pay for college is to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This is the first place all prospective students should start. Colleges use the data they receive from families to help...
Financial planning for college is a must. Students who attend public 4-year colleges spend more than $25,000 for one academic year, roughly $9,300 of that going for tuition alone. If you live out of state, the costs soar even higher, with the average student paying $27,000...
