For many college students — and their families — the question “Should I work in college?” comes up early and often. Rising tuition, everyday expenses, and concerns about student debt lead many to consider working part-time, full-time, or taking on work-study positions...
Working While in College: Exploring the Pros and Cons
As a potential student, you may ask yourself if you should work while in college and what the pros and cons may be. Most college students will work while attending school and appreciate the benefits. Currently, 80% of part-time students work, while 70% of full-time...
How College Students Can Cope With COVID
The way our lives have changed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic has had an incredible impact on mental health. Stay-at-home orders and social distancing guidelines, coupled with the fear of the virus, brought forth a wave of depression and anxiety that adults and...
Your Study Primer for College Finals
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,...
How to Manage Working While Going to College
For a growing number of students, working while attending college isn’t a choice, it’s a necessity. Meanwhile, other students just want to make some cash for themselves and develop skills outside the classroom. Regardless, you’ll need to figure out how to balance your...
Is It Better to Live On or Off Campus?
One of the most challenging decisions college freshmen face is the question of where to live: on campus or off. Once you settle in, you won’t want to bother moving throughout the school year so it’s important to make an educated choice. In some cases, colleges require...
Wrong College? How to Tell and What to Do
If you’ve picked the wrong college, you don’t have to feel like it’s a permanent decision. Four years of school shouldn’t feel like a life sentence. Here are some signs that may indicate the college you are attending isn’t the best pick for you and what to do about...
What to Do if Your Child Is Struggling in College
You’ve spent hours helping them with their applications, reminded them to sign up for the SATs, and watched proudly as they received their high school diploma. You packed up your car with all their luggage, took them dorm shopping, and moved them on campus for their...
How College Students Can Begin to Build Good Credit
Building credit is a tricky process. It is hard to get approved for new credit without already having a good credit score, making it a catch-22 for new students. However, there are some great options available for students, and it can be helpful to know and understand...
4 Financial Tips for College Grads
The day is finally here! You have your cap and gown and a job offer waiting as soon as you cross the stage. All your dreams are finally coming true. Many college students find an uncomfortable reality waiting for them after they leave the “ivory tower”: student loan...

