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Although they might have once been considered a last resort, student loans have now become almost a prerequisite for going to college. These days,... Read more

When it comes to taking out a loan, it’s tough to know where to start. There are thousands of banks, credit unions, and other lenders across the... Read more

Every year, about 3 million students enter graduate school programs, a number that the National Center for Education Statistics expects to rise to... Read more

After I finished my undergraduate degree, I realized that my bachelor’s in communications didn’t help me advance far in my chosen field, or... Read more

If you or your child is getting ready to attend college, there’s a good chance you’ll need to take out college loans. Student loan debt... Read more

When I got into graduate school, my parents were thrilled. However, our excitement was dampened when we got our bill for the upcoming semester; I... Read more

Starting senior year in high school can feel like you’re juggling a hundred things at once. Besides your classes and activities, you’ve got to... Read more

In September, Equifax announced that it had been hacked. The company, one of the three major credit reporting bureaus, said that hackers could have... Read more

An emergency or sudden financial demand can leave you broke and needing more college funds at the last minute. “You get to school and something has... Read more

If you’re going to college, completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is an important first step in funding your education.... Read more

As part of the U.S. Department of Education, Federal Student Aid (FSA) is the biggest provider of financial aid in the country. It grants more than... Read more

To understand what the phrase Expected Family Contribution (EFC) means, it helps to first understand what it doesn’t mean. Your EFC is not how much... Read more