What to Do After Submitting Your College AppsNot sure what to do after submitting your college applications? Check out these four tips on opportunities before you hear back from your schools. Sep 19 23September 19, 2023Article at salliemae.com
Where does extra scholarship money go?Learn about how scholarship money gets to your school, whether it will affect your financial aid, and what happens if there’s scholarship money left over. Aug 23 23August 23, 2023Article at salliemae.com
Easy Ways to Find Non-Academic ScholarshipsThere are college scholarships for students in all sorts of areas, not just academics or sports. Find out how to find scholarship money by doing things you love. Aug 23 23August 23, 2023Article at salliemae.com
Career Resources for College StudentsGetting ready for college but not sure what career you want? Here are 4 career resources to guide you during that process. Aug 23 23August 23, 2023Article at salliemae.com
How I recovered from student loan defaultLearn what it means to default on a student loan, and what you can do if it happens to you, including clearing it from your credit report. May 05 23May 05, 2023Article at salliemae.com
Your money: Now you can get miles for your student loanDana Friend was skeptical about all the offers flooding her inbox to refinance her student loan with a private company, but what sold her in the end was not the offer to cut her interest rate in half – it was the bonus of 50,000 JetBlue miles. Jun 26 17June 26, 2017Article at reuters.com
Your Money: How to bet on future income to pay for college nowAlex Jasiulek tapped a new funding option known as an income share agreement to help pay for an Ivy League education. Dec 12 16December 12, 2016Article at reuters.com
Beware of 5 Myths About Changing a 529 Plan BeneficiaryYes, parents can set themselves up as the beneficiary of a college savings account. Jul 09 14July 09, 2014Article at usnews.com
3 Steps for Minimizing the Cost of Graduate School PrerequisitesStudents considering a graduate program should find out what courses and skills are required – and how much they will cost. Mar 12 14March 12, 2014Article at usnews.com
4 Financial Considerations for Married Grad StudentsWhen it comes time to pay for grad school, married prospective students need to consider how two incomes could affect financial aid. Mar 05 14March 05, 2014Article at usnews.com
Diversify College Savings With Foreign Mutual FundsForeign mutual funds that invest in developing nations could be risky – but could bring bigger rewards. Sep 18 13September 18, 2013Article at usnews.com
Pay for College Credit Via 529 Plans While in High SchoolMoney in a 529 plan account could be used by a high school student to pay for dual enrollment classes. Aug 28 13August 28, 2013Article at usnews.com
Kick Off College Savings Before a Child Is BornThere are a couple ways parents can set up college savings accounts before their child is born. Jul 31 13July 31, 2013Article at usnews.com
Know When to Stop 529 Plan ContributionsIf a student gets a full ride, it may be time to stop contributing to a tax-advantaged college account. Apr 17 13April 17, 2013Article at usnews.com
3 Tax Time Tips for College SaversFive states allow 529 plan account holders to contribute money until April 15 for the prior tax year. Apr 12 13April 12, 2013Article at usnews.com
Start Saving for Medical School With a 529 PlanContribute early to a 529 plan and map out your investment strategy to save for medical school. Apr 05 13April 05, 2013Article at usnews.com
Learn How to Pay for a Second Bachelor's DegreeIf a second bachelor’s makes more sense than a master’s, explore loan and scholarship options. Apr 04 13April 04, 2013Article at usnews.com
Maximize Graduate School With a Dual DegreeThe cost of a dual, joint, or interdisciplinary degree may not be as expensive as you think. Mar 13 13March 13, 2013Article at usnews.com
Earn High Interest While Saving for College With 529 PlansSavings accounts in 529 plans can offer higher interest than at the bank, but fees can affect earnings. Feb 13 13February 13, 2013Article at usnews.com
3 Steps for International Students to Make U.S. Tuition PaymentsCurrency exchange and wire transfer fees can add up when paying for a U.S. college education. Oct 31 12October 31, 2012Article at usnews.com