paying for college
The latest news on paying for college
Families should use 529 plan funds and other sources before turning to loans.
Many military members are guided into bad repayment decisions by loan servicers.
Students can list income for both parents, regardless of gender, in 2014, but may lose out on aid.
Take advantage of a 529 plan, which is specifically designed to encourage saving for educational costs.
Consider saving 529 plan funds for grad school or a future child’s education before cashing out.
Research past winners and future scholarship deadlines this summer to help get money for college.
Short educational trips can be considered eligible expenses for 529 plan college savings accounts.
A generation of young people is joining the workforce buried in debt.
Make sure you’ve set up college savings in a way that minimizes your expected family contribution.
If you can collect food items or write a blog post, you may still have time to win a scholarship.
