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College Credit: Is Student Debt Really as Terrifying as You Think?

by Brooke Chaplan | Nov 5, 2014 | Articles

While a lucky few have enough money to pay for college with grants, scholarships, and savings, most students will have to borrow several thousand dollars before graduating. Federal student loans have a lower repayment interest rate than private loans, but when you...

How To Finance Your College Education

by Brenda Cason | Jul 23, 2012 | Articles

A college education plays a critical role in today’s modern workplace. Without a college education, it’s often difficult to find employment that pays more than minimum wage. While a bachelor’s degree or an associate’s degree is important for...

College Finance Center: Help For Dealing With The Cost Of A College Education

by NYPIRG | Jul 20, 2012 | Articles

If you’re going to college or even thinking about it, make the National College Finance Center website your first stop. The National College Finance Center is a free, first-stop, unbiased resource to help educate students, prospective students and families all across...

Preparing For College: Tips To Help Your Kids Get Ready

by Tasha Matsamoto | Jul 7, 2012 | Articles

Preparing for college is one of those moments in life that you and your child look forward too, often for very different reasons. Even though your offspring may be ready to leave the nest, they could still use your help preparing for college and for life beyond high...

Net-Price Calculators Help You Make Informed Decisions About College Affordability

by Jane Bennett-Clark | Dec 31, 2011 | Articles

Colleges are now required to post net-price calculators that estimate financial aid, based on each family’s circumstances, on their Web site. What’s the goal? The purpose of net-price calculators is to help families make informed decisions about college...