The ROI of Education
Committing to higher education, whether through a student loan or directly from your savings to cover tuition, room, and board, represents a significant ...
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Employer-Sponsored Repayment Programs
Certain companies and government agencies offer benefit programs as part of their employment to assist employees in paying off their student loans ...
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Working in government service or for a non-profit organization might qualify you for the public service loan forgiveness program (PSLF). However, to fully qualify ...
Are Online Degrees Worth It?
In the fall of 2018, around 3.26 million students (16.6% of all U.S. higher education students) were enrolled in exclusive online education courses, according to the ...
Refinancing Strategies for Student Loans
Student loans. Without them, college educations would not be possible for large segments of today’s population. Whether attending state colleges and universities or ...
The "2K Rule" for College Savings
According to the investment firm Fidelity, the average family is on track to save only 29 percent of the total amount their ...
An Overview of 529 Plans
529 college savings plans can provide various tax and financial benefits. These benefits make 529 plans an essential tool for ...
How to Quickly Pay Off Your Student Loans
Making monthly student loan payments is about as much fun as going to the dentist. According to the ...
Financial Tips for College Freshmen
As you begin the next step in your journey of life as a college-bound freshman, you will face many ...
Saving Money on College Textbooks
College is an exciting and rewarding time. However, along with the great experience comes a wave ...
Student Loan Forgiveness
Student loan debt can feel crippling, especially if you are a recent graduate who is not yet earning much money ...