Author: Miranda Marquit
Miranda Marquit has been covering personal finance for more than 10 years, including aspects of college planning and student loans. She is a recognized money expert and has contributed to numerous media outlets, including Forbes, Marketwatch, NPR, USA Today, Investopedia, and U.S. News & World Report. She lives in Idaho with her teenage son — who she’s just starting to guide through the college selection and admissions process.
Everything You Need to Know About Merit Scholarships
Miranda Marquit- June 9, 2020 0Paying for college continues to be a challenge for many families who are looking for ways to make the most of their education dollars. Some ... Read More
How to Determine College ROI
Miranda Marquit- December 21, 2019 0The cost of college continues to rise, and a debate continues over how much is too much to spend on a college degree. The answer ... Read More
Is College Worth It?
Miranda Marquit- October 10, 2019 0Right now, there's a bit of a debate surrounding college. As college costs rise and student loan debt weighs on more graduates, some are starting ... Read More
How Do You Negotiate College Tuition? 5 Tips to Getting a Better Deal From Your College
Miranda Marquit- October 1, 2019 0You don't walk into a car dealership and expect to pay sticker price. It's assumed you'll haggle and ask for incentives to bring the price ... Read More
Early Decision vs. Early Action: Which Is Better?
Miranda Marquit- September 27, 2019 0Some colleges offer students the chance to apply for an early decision. On one hand, Early Decision can be a great way to nail down ... Read More
Why Your EFC May Go Up This Year
Miranda Marquit- September 15, 2019 0One of the big questions being asked right now in the Paying for College 101 Facebook Group is this: "Why is my EFC so high?" ... Read More
One Mom Shares 5 Ways to Save for College
Miranda Marquit- September 2, 2019 0We're always looking for ways to save for college. After all, the cost of college keeps going up. Over in our Paying For College ... Read More
What Is the Common App FERPA Waiver?
Miranda Marquit- June 15, 2019 0While filling out college applications — especially if the school uses the Common Application — you're likely to come across a question asking you to ... Read More
10 Questions to Ask Financial Aid Officers
Miranda Marquit- June 14, 2019 0As you prepare to apply for college, or even as you go on college visits, it can help to get an idea of what to ... Read More
What is FAFSA and How Does It Work?
Miranda Marquit- May 12, 2019 0One of the most important documents students fill out when going to college is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Understanding the FAFSA ... Read More
