Tag: College
$20 Million Donation to College Hinges on Changing its Name
Krystal Steinmetz on August 20, 2015
College and court ponder what to do when the institution’s founder mandated a name be “forever,” but financial well-being could depend on changing it.
College Degree Not Enough to Level the Field for Minorities
Krystal Steinmetz on August 18, 2015
The long-term trend is “shockingly clear,” according the author of a new report showing that black and Hispanic college grads struggle to close wealth gap.
How to Get Affordable Help for Your Struggling Student
Hiram Reisner on August 17, 2015
If you don’t have time, patience or – frankly – the knowledge to help your student with their homework, here are some ways to help them shine.
3 Golden Rules of Packing Lunch for Work or School
Karla Bowsher on August 10, 2015
Taking your own lunch to work or school can save a lot of cash. Here are three tips for making the process easy.
Women: Good News About the Gender Pay Gap (and Some Bad)
Krystal Steinmetz on August 6, 2015
New research reveals that new female college graduates earn as much as, or more than, men in 29 of 73 majors. The bad news is what happens later.
The Best and Worst States for Student Debt in 2015
Karla Bowsher on August 4, 2015
How long does it take to pay off student loans? That depends in part on where debtors end up after graduation.
Are SATs on the Way Out at Colleges?
Karla Bowsher on July 30, 2015
Another top-tier university is making submission of standardized test scores optional. Find out which school is the latest to change its admission policy.
Love vs. Loans: How Student Debt Sabotages Relationships
Krystal Steinmetz on July 27, 2015
Disproportionate student loan debts add an extra layer of difficulty to young couples trying to figure out joint finances.
Discover Slapped for Cheating 100,000+ Student Borrowers
Krystal Steinmetz on July 23, 2015
The bank is ordered to pay a fine and refund money to thousands of borrowers for committing an array of debt collection violations.
For-Profit College Collapse Could Cost Taxpayers Big Time
Krystal Steinmetz on July 22, 2015
As the for-profit colleges shut down, tens of thousands of students could be allowed to walk away from their student loans.
14 Professional Makeup Hacks That Cost Next to Nothing
Karla Bowsher on July 22, 2015
Stuck in a makeup-routine rut? Here are some tips from professional makeup artists that cost little or nothing to implement.
Happy Birthday to the Federal Agency That Works for Your Wallet
Karla Bowsher on July 21, 2015
If you’re a consumer, it pays to learn what the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau can do for you — and your wallet. Here are three key free resources CFPB offers.
U.S. Families Spend Significantly More in 2015 to Send Kids to College
Krystal Steinmetz on July 20, 2015
A new report shows a big bump in how much families ponied up this year for college after five years of little change. Here’s why.
How the ‘Doubly Lucky’ Millennials Live the Good Life
Krystal Steinmetz on July 20, 2015
Many of the millennials who are purchasing a home, buying a car and socking away money for their golden years have one thing in common. Find out what it is.
Where Do Federal Student Loan Dollars Really Go?
Karla Bowsher on July 13, 2015
The list of schools receiving the largest amount of federal student loan dollars is not dominated by prestigious private universities, or medical or law schools. Find out who is getting the cash.
Proposed Solution for Student Loan Debt: Win the Lottery!
Krystal Steinmetz on July 8, 2015
A New Jersey lawmaker proposes a “market-based solution for rising college expenses and burdensome student loans.” Some education advocates say don’t bet on it.
What Has Become of Summer Jobs for Teens?
Krystal Steinmetz on June 25, 2015
A summer job is still valuable — for the cash and the college admissions process — but the rate of teen employment has fallen dramatically. Here’s why.
Get Your Kid Off to College Well Prepared, on a Budget
Donna Freedman on June 17, 2015
A guide to what your freshman will need, and how to get it without stressing out or overpaying.
Sex Change: Restaurant Offers All-Male Twist on Hooters
Krystal Steinmetz on June 10, 2015
A new eatery is offering male eye candy, taking a page from successful “breastaurants” like Hooters. Check it out.
Chipotle Rolls Out Rare Perks for Hourly Workers
Krystal Steinmetz on June 9, 2015
Find out how the restaurant chain is breaking with tradition in its policies in an effort to retain good entry-level workers.
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