Four Reasons Textbook Costs Will Drop
By Kim Clark -
Education
- July 21, 2008
E-books, textbook rental services, and new laws could help students save money this fall.
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Another Hint of Student Loan Troubles?
By Kim Clark -
On Education
- July 2, 2008
One blogger points out a potential problem of lenders' dependence on technology.
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Cheaper, Bigger, and Cooler Student Loans
By Kim Clark -
Education
- July 1, 2008
New federal standards ease some of the financial pressure for students and their parents.
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Tips for Avoiding Student Loan Scams
By Kim Clark -
On Education
- June 26, 2008
Be very skeptical of any offer that looks like it's coming from the federal government.
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Five Charged With $690,000 in Student Loan Fraud
By Kim Clark -
Education
- June 25, 2008
The indictment raises concern that there could be significant abuse in the private loan sector.
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The Surprising History of Military College Benefits
By Kim Clark -
Education
- June 17, 2008
For decades, politicians have struggled to balance rewarding service against the expense of generosity.
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New GI Bill Could Bring More College Benefits
By Kim Clark -
Education
- June 12, 2008
Congress is considering proposals from Sen. Jim Webb and Sen. John McCain.
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How to Go to Medical School for Free
By Kim Clark -
Money & Business
- June 2, 2008
A growing number of government agencies, universities, and charities are offering free rides.
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Med School Gets Cheaper for Some
By Kim Clark -
On Education
- May 29, 2008
A growing number of medical schools are offering free or reduced-cost degrees.
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The Problem with Federal Loan Forgiveness Programs
By Kim Clark -
On Education
- May 28, 2008
Loan forgiveness for public service won't add up for most students, one official says.
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Student Loans Make Money for Taxpayers
By Kim Clark -
Education
- May 21, 2008
The profit margins of 5.5 to 30 percent will fund other student loan programs.
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Help, My Student-Loan Check Bounced!
By Kim Clark -
Education
- May 13, 2008
Hundreds of students are being affected by a credit-crunch bankruptcy.
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Bush Signs Emergency Student Loan Legislation
By Kim Clark -
Education
- May 7, 2008
The law raises the maximum students can borrow from the government by $2,000.
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Tips to Help Wait-Listed Students Get Accepted
By Kim Clark -
Education
- May 2, 2008
A well-written letter can help your chances. Stalking will not.
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Some Rich Students 'Merit' Financial Aid
By Kim Clark -
Education
- April 28, 2008
Colleges give money to well-off students while the needy get 'gapped.'
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Colleges Drop Their Loan Programs
By Kim Clark -
Education
- April 17, 2008
Administrators at more than 250 public colleges have opted out of the Stafford loan program.
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A Wait List of Woes for the Class of '08
By Kim Clark -
Education
- April 17, 2008
The record number of rejection letters sent out by colleges this spring is heartbreaking.
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How to Get Off the Wait List and Into College
By Kim Clark -
Education
- April 16, 2008
Experts offer five tips for escaping from college admissions limbo.
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Last-Minute Scholarships
By Kim Clark -
Money & Business
- April 11, 2008
Time is ticking away, and you still haven't figured out how you'll be able to afford the fall semester.
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What They Do When You Ask for More
By Kim Clark -
Money & Business
- April 10, 2008
A look at how one state school handled three aid appeals.
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Competition is Tough
By Kim Clark -
Money & Business
- April 10, 2008
If you think getting accepted was hard, try paying tuition in this credit crunch.
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What Are the Most Common Kinds of Need-Based Grants?
By Kim Clark -
Money & Business
- April 10, 2008
All you need to know about Pell grants, Academic Competitiveness grants, and SMART grants.
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Perkins Loans: Frequently Asked Questions
By Kim Clark -
Money & Business
- April 10, 2008
Find out why they're the cheapest educational loans available.
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Private Loans: Frequently Asked Questions
By Kim Clark -
Money & Business
- April 10, 2008
Making sense of cosigns, tax deductions, and the credit crunch.
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Stafford Loans: Frequently Asked Questions
By Kim Clark -
Money & Business
- April 10, 2008
Loan forgiveness and fixed interest rates are two Stafford benefits.
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