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Debbie Schwartz

Debbie Schwartz is a former financial services executive and founder of Road2College and the Paying For College 101 Facebook group. With an expertise in personal finance, analysis, and marketing, she's working to give families the information and tools they need to make smarter financial college decisions.

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Changes Ahead in the World of Higher Ed: The Experts Weigh In

Changes Ahead in the World of Higher Ed: The Experts Weigh In

July 17, 2020

When Stanford announced the elimination of 11 out of their 36 varsity sports teams, it was clear there’d be more…

Scholarships with September Deadlines

July 15, 2020

ABFSE Undergraduate Scholarship Amount: Up to $2,500 Apply By: September 1, 2025 Description: Scholarship is open to students who have…

Scholarships with August Deadlines

July 14, 2020

Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation Support Awards Amount: Up to $5,000 Apply by: August 1, 2026 Description: Scholarship is open…

Stuck in the Middle: How to Manage Financial Aid “No Man’s Land”

Stuck in the Middle: How to Manage Financial Aid “No Man’s Land”

July 10, 2020

Some folks find themselves in college’s “golden land” – they have plenty of financial assets to send their child to…

As Recession Deepens, Colleges Are Cutting Back on Career Services

As Recession Deepens, Colleges Are Cutting Back on Career Services

July 9, 2020

Many colleges and universities are redoing their budgets after losing millions because of the coronavirus crisis, and with this rebalancing…

Using a Home Equity Loan for College

July 7, 2020

“How will we pay for college?” It’s a question that’s on every parent’s mind as their child approaches the end…

Are Students Who Really Don’t Need the Money Meriting From Merit Scholarships?

Are Students Who Really Don’t Need the Money Meriting From Merit Scholarships?

July 6, 2020

We asked Stephen Burd, senior higher education writer and editor at New America, a Washington, D.C.-based think tank to answer…

Answers to Your Top 5 Questions About Student Loans

Answers to Your Top 5 Questions About Student Loans

July 2, 2020

When it comes to student loans, you’ve got important questions, and we’ve got timely answers. Here are the top five…