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Can You Use A 529 Plan For SAT Or ACT Test Prep Or Tutoring?
SAT and ACT prep courses can get expensive quickly. Unfortunately, you cannot use a 529 plan to cover the cost. The post Can You Use A 529 Plan For …
Who Gets Merit Based Scholarships At Private Colleges?
We analyze the data of which colleges award and which students receive institutional merit scholarships and financial aid. The post Who Gets Merit Ba…
Using AI to Help Pay for College
Last week, our son graduated from middle school. He will start high school in a few months. Wow, where did the time go? It feels like he just started…
Best College Student Checking Accounts Of June 2025
We break down the best college student bank accounts for 2025, with a focus on free checking, mobile banking, and more. The post Best College Student…
College Not Required: Skills Now Matter More Than Diplomas
45% of employers removed degree requirements for jobs. States are also joining the shift to skills-based hiring. The post College Not Required: Skill…
529 Plan Account Balances Just Hit A Record In 2025
529 plan balances jumped to $525B in 2025, driven by a new Roth rollover rule. Here’s why parents are saving more. The post 529 Plan Account Balances…
Education Costs: Why Jim Dahle Misses the Mark on Public vs. Private Schooling
The financial implications of education strategies can be tough, but the question of how we educate our children can't be reduced to money. The post …
Education Dept Looking To Move Student Loans To Treasury
Court documents reveal that the Department of Education was working to move staff to Treasury to help manage student loans. The post Education Dept L…
You’ll Never Learn This in Business School
Buffett, bikinis, and borderline illegal marketing stunts. The long game looks stupid at first... The post You’ll Never Learn This in Business School…
Trump Asks Supreme Court To Allow Education Dept Layoffs
Trump appeals court ruling blocking layoffs at the Department of Education, asking the Supreme Court to allow job cuts and effective agency shutdown.…
The WCI Medical School Scholarship
The 2025 WCI Medical School Scholarship is underway. Here's a chance for medical and other professional students to win cash prizes. The post The WCI…
Education Dept Halts Garnishment of Social Security Checks
The Trump administration halts plans to garnish Social Security for defaulted student loans as collections resume for millions. The post Education De…
Student Loans For Trade School And Career Training
Most trade and vocational schools aren't eligible for federal student loans. Here are some ways to secure student loans for trade school and career t…
Best Medical School Student Loans And Financial Aid
Here are the best medical school student loans and financial aid options, from federal loans to private loans, and grants and scholarships. The post …
Trade School Loan Forgiveness Programs
Did you attend a trade school? Here's what you need to know about trade school loan forgiveness and how to qualify. The post Trade School Loan Forgiv…
Balancing Retirement and College Savings
Here's how you should think about making sure you fund your retirement while also potentially saving for your kids' college education. The post Bala…
Must-Ask Questions About College Costs: Protecting Your Investment
College costs are some of the largest expenses families ever face, and tuition insurance can help protect that investment. The post Must-Ask Question…
Winners And Losers In The Big Beautiful Bill For Education
The proposed Big Beautiful Bill student loan overhaul will affect repayment, PLUS loans, and Pell Grants. Here's who will win, and who will lose. The…
When Do You Have To Pay For College Costs And Tuition Bills?
Most colleges bill tuition in July or August, find out what’s included and when to pay. The post When Do You Have To Pay For College Costs And Tuitio…
529 Day Offers Bonuses To Start Saving For College
Key PointsMay 29 is recognized nationally as “529 Day,” with states and financial institutions offering bonuses, giveaways, and events to…