The US government is prepared to support the educational goals of veterans seeking higher education. A wide variety of programs offer partial-to-full financial aid for advanced degrees. You may find yourself eligible for more than one type of education benefit, allowing you to choose the one that suits you best. […]
This is a list of the 20 best personal finance sites for recent graduates to read in 2013 and learn everything they should have but didn’t in school about managing their money! If you are a recent graduate looking to join the real world but have no idea what a Roth 401k is or how to payback your student loan while still having a life? The writers of these blogs have been there and share with you some valuable tips. By adding these 20 blogs to your Google Reader you will be entertained and financially literate by by the end of 2013! […]
When I was in college I received more money than I needed my first year with student loans, scholarships and grants however I knew I was going to need the money in the coming years. So I was faced with a question, where should I stash my approximate $7.5k I was going to need within the next 1-3 years. First I will tell you a little about my story and then 3 investing options for college students. Plus how a roommate in the same situation as me decided to gamble his extra money and he now makes his full time living off of it! […]
The requirements for a FSEOG Grant are similar to other types of financial aid – you must demonstrate financial need based on income, expenses, and the cost of tuition. In addition, a student must have a high school diploma and be working on a Bachelor’s degree. The degree must be attained in a standard four year period. […]
Various types of aid are available for students who need help financing their education. The majority of undergraduates cannot afford to complete their education without some form of assistance. Here are the most common helpful ways to secure educational funding: STUDENT LOANS This is financial aid that must be repaid with interest. There are four main categories: Student loans Parent loans Private student loans Consolidation loans […]
More than 37 million Americans who have taken out student loans to pay for their higher education now find themselves mired in debt during a slow economy where quality jobs are scarce. Here are 7 ways 20 somethings can save money to pay off student loans. […]
For students who have a speech or hearing disability the work required to get a college degree can be incredibly challenging. However, there are some organizations who offer support to students with disabilities. If you are a student with a speech or hearing disability there are scholarships available from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation you are eligible to apply for. For a complete list of all grants for students with a disability visit this list of over 150 grants. […]
There are differing opinions on whether or not you should pay off student loans as quickly as possible, start savings for your future or do both. For graduating students trying to make sense of the financial situation they find themselves in can be difficult. This article goes over each of the 3 options graduating students face… Pay off student loans as fast as possible Start and build a savings account before paying off student loans Pay off student loans fast but set up your savings account & automate small monthly savings deposits […]