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Creative Ways to Pay for College

If you’re considering going to college for a degree, or finishing up one you’ve already started, the first question on your mind is: How can I pay for school? College-related costs continue to climb dramatically, outpacing inflation rates. The College Board reports that the average annual cost of tuition and fees for a public four-year college is $8,655 for in-state students and $21,706...

How to Find Grants & Financial Aid

Once you make the decision to go to school, the next biggest issue is how to pay for school. Cash on hand? Not usually something most students are able to rely on, so this leads you to the next step: how to find financial aid. You can usually obtain financial aid in the form of student loans, grants, or scholarships. Online Financial Aid Sites and Options Unfortunately, higher education is expensive...

Grants and Financial Aid Opportunities

“I don’t have money for college,” is one of the excuses we frequently hear from young adults who are thinking about earning a college degree. The tuition, books, supplies and other expenses might cause you to question whether you can afford college. Multiple financial aid sources can fund your education, so learn more about your financial options as you consider a traditional or online school. Federal...