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5 Things to Weigh Before Going Back to School After Age 50

on February 11, 2019

Need a degree to compete with younger workers? Find the sweet spot in the market before you invest in education.

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20 Top Tips to Save on Spring Break 2019

on February 7, 2019

Finish those exams and pack your bags: It’s time for spring break! We’ve got a lot of ways to save.

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4 Steps to Boost College Savings When Money Is Tight

on October 13, 2018

The typical college degree may be outrageously expensive, but that doesn’t mean you or your child or grandchild has to give up on higher-education dreams.

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2-Minute Money Manager: I’m 50 — Should I Go Back to School for a Master’s Degree?

on October 8, 2018

A lot of middle-aged people go back to school for a graduate or undergraduate degree. Good idea? It depends. Here’s what you need to know.

Student Debt Soars: 5 Ways to Pay Off Your Loans Faster
Student Debt Soars: 5 Ways to Pay Off Your Loans Faster

on October 18, 2017

Student loan debt has reached a new record high, with college grads of every age bearing this burden. Here are five tricks to pay off college loans sooner.

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Here Is the Best College in Your State If You Want a Big Salary

on September 18, 2017

Attending an Ivy League university is a great way to guarantee yourself a handsome salary after graduation — but it’s not the only way.

College students
How to Crowdfund a College Education

on July 10, 2017

Crowdfunding has been used to finance inventions, businesses, cancer treatments and even vacations. Now you can use it to raise cash for a college degree.

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Student Loan Rates to Jump This Weekend

on June 30, 2017

College costs continue to rise, and will jump again on Saturday. Consider whether expenses like loan interest are worthwhile, and explore these alternatives.

College Students
Ask Stacy — What’s the Best Way to Save for My Kid’s College?

on May 19, 2017

When it comes to saving for college, there are lots of options. Here’s everything you need to know in as few words as possible.

Ask Stacy — Should I Borrow $80,000 or Forget Art School?
Ask Stacy — Should I Borrow $80,000 or Forget Art School?

on April 13, 2017

This high school senior faces a choice: lose out on the opportunity to attend a prestigious college, or borrow 80 grand. Are those really the only options?

Think Twice Before Co-Signing for Your Kid’s School Loans
Think Twice Before Co-Signing for Your Kid’s School Loans

on March 29, 2017

Co-signing for your child’s private student loan might negatively impact your retirement, a new study finds.

Student Loan Default Just Became Costlier: Do You Know Your Options?
Student Loan Default Just Became Costlier: Do You Know Your Options?

on March 21, 2017

The Trump administration recently reversed an Obama-era rule on collection fees, and the result could be costly for borrowers.

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Ask Stacy: What Can I Do About My Student Loan Debt?

on March 17, 2017

Becky graduated with $126,000 in student loan debt. This is no way to start out in life. What are her options?

How College Grads Can Boost Sagging Wages
How College Grads Can Boost Sagging Wages

on March 16, 2017

A new report reveals that the bottom half of today’s college graduates earn less than in 2000. Here are some ways to boost the bottom line.

Don’t Overlook These 4 Student Loan and Tuition Tax Breaks
Don’t Overlook These 4 Student Loan and Tuition Tax Breaks

on March 8, 2017

Students and their families can save a little money at tax time by remembering these tax credits and deductions.

Bipartisan Bill Might Help You Pay Down Student Loans
Bipartisan Bill Might Help You Pay Down Student Loans

on March 5, 2017

A bill in Congress aims to encourage employers to help pay down workers’ student debt by making it tax-deductible.

Student Loan Debt Haunts Retirees — Here’s How to Eliminate It
Student Loan Debt Haunts Retirees — Here’s How to Eliminate It

on February 6, 2017

Retirees and other older borrowers are sinking in the quicksand of student loan debt. We have some tips for digging out.

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What the Top 25 College Football Teams’ Coaches Make

on January 10, 2017

Here’s a rundown of how much the winningest college coaches will take home after the past season. Should college football coaches make millions?

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10 States With the Cheapest Tuition at Public Universities

on January 5, 2017

Want to stretch your college dollar further? Check out the states with the lowest in-state tuition rates.

8 Private College Presidents Raking in More Than $2 Million
8 Private College Presidents Raking in More Than $2 Million

on December 6, 2016

The president of one East Coast college makes more than $5 million annually. Find out who is raking in the cash.

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