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AdviceFreshman Year Loneliness Is Normal — Here’s What to Tell Your Student Before They Leave
This story was first shared in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and flow. Kellsey Stokes is a wife and mom of two who attended […]
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CareersFive Career Options for Computer Science Majors
Computer science, one of the most popular majors right now, involves telling a computer what to do through code, as well as the theory and processes behind the code. Sounds […]
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Find ScholarshipsThe Best Scholarship Websites
Grants. Loans. Merit-based aid. Need-based aid. Scholarships. The world of financial aid can be overwhelming in and of itself. Most students look to grants and scholarships first, because it’s aid […]
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ApplyWhat Is FAFSA and How Does It Work?
One of the most important documents students fill out when going to college is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Understanding the FAFSA application is vital if you […]
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CareersFive Career Options for Biology Majors
I’m pretty sure half of my class in middle school swore that they would become marine biologists. While most changed their minds, a few realized that a biology major was […]
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UncategorizedHow to Save on Trips to See Your Kids at College
Planning on visiting colleges or visiting your student already in college during the coming months? Drop-off day? Parents’ Weekend? Homecoming? Hotwire is offering $24 off Hot Rate Deals […]
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College LifePros and Cons of Double Majoring
The appeal of graduating with not only one degree, but two degrees is often alluring for many college students. Two degrees means more career options, a possible higher starting salary, […]
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FinanceLearn How to Incorporate 529 Plans Into Your College Savings Strategy
If you have savings set aside for your children’s college tuition costs and aren’t investing in a 529 plan, you could be missing out on major tax incentives on an […]
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Merit Scholarships23 Tips for Winning More College Scholarships
Applying for, and winning, college scholarships is a confusing, competitive process. Use these tips to make your applications stand out and win more money!
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CareersSix Job Options for Students with an Engineering Degree
If you’re a student majoring in engineering, consider these top five highest-paying jobs that require an engineering degree.
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FinanceLearn How to Cut Costs with a 529 Prepaid College Plan
When your family is looking for ways to pay for your student’s education, the optimum result is to find investment/savings tools to help make college tuition more affordable. Prepaid 529 […]
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ApplyNational College Decision Day…Presenting the Class of 2019
When we talk about “D Day” around here, we are most often referring to Decision Day, May 1. And while it in no way compares to the actual D […]
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College LifeDorm Living vs. Off-Campus Living
One of the biggest changes incoming freshmen anticipate—and biggest expenses, outside of tuition— is living away from home. Though some attending college locally will have the opportunity to stay with […]
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College prep3 Ways to Help Motivate Your Teen to Go to College
Most parents want their children to succeed and broaden the array of opportunities available to them in the future. It can often be challenging to motivate children to want to […]
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College Life3 Tips for Helping Your College Student Move for the First Time
For many young people, their first moving experience occurs when they leave for college. Lots of schools require that incoming freshmen live in the dorms. If your son or daughter […]
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Student & Parent LoansCitizens Bank One Student Loan Review
Because college is becoming so much more expensive, it’s a reality that you’ll probably have to borrow at least some of the cost related to higher education. In fact, because […]
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CareersFive Career Options for Marketing Majors
Marketing is everywhere: print, billboards, social media. TV, and radio. Most everywhere you go, someone is marketing to you. Maybe it’s made you think you want to get your degree […]
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FinanceScholarships for Graduate Students
Earl Warren Scholarship Amount: $10,000 Apply By: May 1, 2019 Description: Scholarship is open to students enrolled in their final year of college/university or their first year of law school. […]
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College LifeTalking to Your Teen about Drinking in College
Your son or daughter will be leaving for college before you know it, and hopefully you’ve had conversations about underage drinking long before now. The importance of such talks can’t […]
