Jan 7, 2020 | College budgets, College finances
Many college students live on shoestring budgets, but the unexpected can occur at any time and leave a student without enough financial aid to make it through the next semester’s tuition bills or afford a dorm room. Tuition for college can cost anywhere from $10,000...
Dec 24, 2019 | College finances
Student loan debt is crippling a large swathe of the United States population, especially the younger demographics from early 20s to the early 40s who may face tens of thousands of dollars of student debt as they enter their very first professional positions. About...
Dec 10, 2019 | College budgets, College finances
A new semester is nearly upon us, which means you will soon be getting class supply and book lists. For many students, this can come with sticker shock. The cost of college textbooks is exorbitant and continues to rise every year. The College Board estimates that the...
Nov 26, 2019 | College budgets, College finances
As the college semester ends, some students are getting a wake-up call about their finances. When funds run short, students start scrambling to stretch their food budgets or make that last payment on their rent. Some students even resort to selling off some of their...
Nov 12, 2019 | College exams, College students
College finals can be a daunting time for any student, and as many as 90% of college students report feeling stressed during their college careers, most often during final exams. During the weeks leading up to finals, many college students start their “cram” sessions,...