Paying for College

Paying for college can be one of the toughest parts of earning your degree—but it doesn’t have to be. Use our tips, tools, and articles to stay up to date on the best ways to pay for college, including scholarships, savings, grants, loans, and more.

4 New Year's Resolutions for Student Loan Borrowers

Allesandra Lanza | Dec. 28, 2016

Make 2017 the year you take charge of your student loan debt.


3 Common Questions From Grandparents About Saving for College

Deborah Ziff | Dec. 28, 2016

Money for college from grandparents could affect a student's need-based financial aid.

3 Student Loan Refinance Options for 2017

Farran Powell | Dec. 27, 2016

Student loan refinancing is becoming more mainstream, experts say.

Student Loan Borrowers Should Be Wary of Defaulting Again

Betsy Mayotte | Dec. 21, 2016

Significantly lower payments under a rehabilitation plan may set student loan borrowers up for difficulty making payments later.

New Loan Counseling Tools at Some Schools

Farran Powell | Dec. 21, 2016

More than 50 colleges and universities will participate in the Department of Education's student loan counseling test program.

6 Ways to Save on Travel During College Breaks

Farran Powell | Dec. 14, 2016

Transportation is one more college expense, but there are several ways to save on some of the costs.

4 Ways to Give the Gift of College Savings

Deborah Ziff | Dec. 14, 2016

U.S. savings bonds are an old standby, but there are other ways to help out with college savings.

U.S. News Twitter Chat: Paying for an Online Undergraduate Education

Jordan Friedman | Dec. 13, 2016

Experts answered questions about financial aid, fees, scholarships and loans for online students.

Tuition Hikes in Store at Some State Universities

Farran Powell | Dec. 12, 2016

Many public institutions are raising tuition prices to make up for state budget cuts, experts say.

What U.S. Student Loan Repayment Budget Estimates Mean to Borrowers

Betsy Mayotte | Dec. 7, 2016

Especially with uncertainty surrounding student loan repayment programs, never borrow more than you can pay back.

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