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ApplyThe New Ivies in 2026: Academics, Admissions and Affordability
If you’re considering colleges, the “New Ivies” present strong options. Use this guide to explore and compare them by academics, admissions, and affordability. In This Article: What Are the New […]
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High School Academics & ActivitiesOnline AP Courses: How to Choose and Succeed
Thousands of high school students take online Advanced Placement (AP) classes each year. These college-level courses offer deeper learning and the chance to earn college credits while studying from home […]
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AdviceHere’s Why Taking out Huge College Loans Isn’t Worth It
Parents, it’s always better to choose the best school you can afford and not take on any significant amount of debt. Even if you can afford nothing, choosing among the […]
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Federal LoansFederal Student Loan Interest Rates 2024 – 2025
The interest rates for federal student loans for the academic year 2024-25 have seen a significant increase of over one percentage point. These rates, which are fixed for the duration […]
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AdviceDear Roadie, My Son Insists on Borrowing $200K For a School We Can’t Afford. Did I Fail Him as a Parent?
Dear Roadie, My child committed to a school we cannot afford. He’ll be in debt for potentially $200,000. We fought him tooth and nail and told him that he needed […]
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College Financial PlanningHow to Use a 529 Plan Strategically
Saving money in a 529 plan for college expenses puts you ahead of the game. However, you need to know how to use the money the right way. You can […]
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Advice9 Things to Do After Getting Accepted to a College
The road to college has its share of obstacles, but what happens after you’ve been accepted to a college and made your final decision? If you’re not so sure, you’re […]
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AdviceDear Roadie, My Son Feels Torn About The College Protests. What Should I Say?
Dear Roadie, I’m the mother of a college sophomore. My son told me he has friends who are actively protesting the war in Gaza, but he seemed torn about the […]
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AdviceDoes Waiting Until the Last Minute to Commit Help You Secure More Aid?
We are officially on our fifth of six kids applying to and going to college. The oldest three have already earned their bachelor’s degrees (two of them debt-free, the oldest […]
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AdviceDear Roadie: Should I Tell My Daughter Not to Bother Applying to Unaffordable Dream Schools?
Dear Roadie, We just returned from visiting a few colleges and I’m feeling deflated. My daughter is a high-stat student involved in lots of extracurricular activities. She likes many highly […]
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Merit ScholarshipsAre ‘No Essay’ College Scholarships a Student’s Dream Come True?
Editor’s Note: Monica Matthews is the author of “How to Win College Scholarships.” She helped her son win over $100,000 in scholarships and now shares her expertise with other parents […]
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AdviceDear Roadie: My Son Told Me to Butt Out, Then Got Rejected by His Top Colleges. What Now?
Dear Roadie, My excellent, motivated student wouldn’t let me anywhere near the application process. He insisted he had it handled, so I stepped aside. He got into some of his […]
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AdviceDear Roadie: Should I Drug-Test My Son to Ensure He’s Not Wasting His College Tuition?
Dear Roadie, My son will be attending a school that costs $80,000 per year. Am I crazy for wanting him to take a drug test a couple of times per […]
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AdviceHow Much College Can You Really Afford? Take These 3 Simple Steps For The Answer
After sending four kids to college with a fifth on the way there soon, I’ve learned a thing or two about making college affordable. Here, I cut through the noise […]
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AdviceDear Roadie: Should I Move to a Different State for Free Tuition?
Dear Roadie, We are considering moving to New Mexico for my daughter’s final high school years as I’ve read in-state residents receive free tuition at state schools. She is homeschooled, […]
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Family JourneysParents Spill The Tea About Why They REALLY Want to Send Their Child to College
We asked parents in our Paying for College 101 Facebook Group, “What is the most important thing that you want your child to get, or become, because of college?” Many […]
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ApplicationsStay on Track With This College Application Checklist
Students and families need to stay on track to find the right college at the right price, so we’re providing this comprehensive college application checklist. Use this resource to give […]
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ApplyWhy Starting College in the Spring or Summer Might Be Your Best College Move Yet
As colleges wrap up their acceptances and denials for the next fall, many students are receiving deferrals that grant them admission for spring or even summer semesters. In some cases, […]
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AdviceSAT Prep Guide: 9 Steps to Raise Your Score in 2026
Editor’s Note: The author, Dr. Kelly Frindell, is a test prep expert and owner of InHouse Test Prep. Students across the U.S. started taking the new digital SAT in 2024. […]
