Archive for 'College'

Struggling With Student Loans? Here’s What to Do
Oct 28, 2011 - Five tips to help every borrower understand the latest changes proposed for student loans. Plus, what to do if you aren’t making it.

The Big Secret to Finding Little-Known College Scholarships
Oct 03, 2011 - Most high-school seniors and college students know how to search the big scholarship databases. But there's another level of scholarships you can easily win – because very few know about them.

4 Ways Generation Y Can Overcome the Recession
Sep 30, 2011 - Generation Y is freaking out over finances, according to new research. That's a good thing: Their concern might motivate them to start planning.

The Most Expensive Colleges in the United States
Sep 20, 2011 - For those students and parents now taking out loans and writing checks to the colleges of their choice, here's some soothing news: It could have been worse. Check out the list of America's most expensive colleges and universities.

How to Save on College Costs With the New ‘Net Price Calculator’
Sep 14, 2011 - Adding up college costs will suddenly get simpler starting next month. Here's why.

6 Tips to Tailgate like an Expert
Aug 31, 2011 - Are you ready for some football? How about some pre-game partying? Here are some money-saving tailgating tips.

Free College Education, on iTunes?
Aug 30, 2011 - If you already have iTunes, then you have access to a free catalog of hundreds of thousands of video and audio courses from the nation's top colleges and universities.

8 Smart Ways to Save on College Textbooks
Aug 29, 2011 - College is back in session. That means skyrocketing tuition, high-priced campus food, and even higher-priced textbooks. We can't help with the first two, but we can save you big on books.

The New Face of Community College and 5 Things to Consider Before Applying
Aug 29, 2011 - Community colleges have always been a cheaper alternative to universities, and now some are changing to better serve those seeking a higher education at a lower price.

10 Ways to Have Insanely Cheap End-of-Summer Fun
Aug 23, 2011 - Summer's almost over, but you can savor the rest of the season for only a few bucks.

2011 Back-to-School Tax Holidays: When to Save in Your State
Aug 04, 2011 - This year's sales tax exemption season kicks off on Aug. 5. Read on to find out how to save in your state.

College Financial Aid: Bait and Switch?
Aug 04, 2011 - Warning: If you've got kids heading to college this fall, be aware that the financial aid they're offered as freshmen may dwindle in later years.

Money Tips for the College-Bound
Jul 30, 2011 - If you're got a student heading off to college in the fall, read these tips for a quick class on managing student money.

5 Saving Tips From a Starving Student
Jul 28, 2011 - A new college school year is right around the corner, and so are new tuition hikes and budget cutbacks. Here's how one senior suggests stretching your higher-education dollar.

Apple Peels Back-to-School Discount
Jun 28, 2011 - In the past, Apple offered college students a free iPod Touch when they bought a computer. Not this year - but you have other options.