How to Cover Your Application Fees
Overall application fees for a student can easily add up to several hundred dollars. Here, experts and experienced parents share their insights on minimizing application fees.
Saving & Budgeting
Smart Financial Strategies for Your Graduation Money
Your relatives are handing over checks with the instruction to “use this for college.” But what’s the best way to do that?
How to Talk to Parents About Paying for College
Not sure how to begin the awkward money conversation? This expert advice can guide you through this touchy subject.
Not Awarded Enough Aid? 4 Effective Ways to Cut Your College Costs
How you can reduce your college spending to make your financial aid package work.
I Got into My Dream School, But I Thought I Couldn’t Afford It
One student’s story of getting into his top choice college and figuring out how to pay for it.
When Should You Put Down Your College Enrollment Deposit?
The pressure to put down that initial money and commit to a school can feel overwhelming, but there are several factors to weigh before you make that payment.
A Real College Student’s Monthly Budget
To give you an idea of what college actually costs and how a student affords everything, we asked a recent college grad for her monthly budget while in school.
Still Don’t Know How You’re Paying Tuition? Here’s What to Do
A checklist to help you figure out how to get the money you need for college.
How to Keep the Cost of Borrowing for College Down
With student loans, the first step is to find the best loans for you and to keep the cost of borrowing for college down. Here’s how to do it.
Summer Jobs That Pay Well and Look Good on a Résumé
Looking for the perfect summer job that’s fun, lucrative and makes your college application stand out? Experts share summer gigs that’ll help you save for college and could help you get in.
Applying for a Summer Internship? Here Are 5 Things You Can Do Now
It may seem early, but now is the time to start gaining your edge.
How to Get Your Budget College-Ready Now
If you don’t have a budget in place, it’s all too easy to overspend. So why wait to get started?
Creative Ways to Pay Your College Tuition
From haggling for a better tuition, to getting a unique scholarship, there are some unique ways to pay for college.
Saving for College Tuition? Get Creative This Summer
The summer before college is a great time to start saving for college.
Four Steps to Secure Your Summer Internship
Whether you intend to study the arts, science or business, preparation and follow-through will be critical in finding and securing an internship position that can help guide your academic decisions and long-term career goals.
Should You Consider Working during College?
Finding a healthy balance between life, school and work will ensure you'll be able to reap the benefits of a college job — while still making the most of your college experience.
How You Can Make a Difference with Your Summer Job
If you look beyond typical "college summer jobs" like retail or working in the local diner, you just may find work that changes your life and gives back to the community.
3 Ways to Save the Summer Before College
The school break is the perfect time to save for college. These tricks will keep you on track.
4 Creative Ways to Help Pay for College
Do you need help paying for college? The imaginative fixes can help.
Here’s How to Ace Your Summer Job Interview
Looking to pay down your college debt? Summer is the perfect time to do it. All you have to do is nail the interview.
5 Steps to Help Your College Student Borrow for School
Taking out student loans can be overwhelming, but working together as a family to research loans will help make the decision a little easier.