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How To Budget As A College Student [Sample Student Budgets]

How To Budget As A College Student [Sample Student Budgets]

Here's our guide to budget as a college student, with student budget samples, real expenses, and more. The post How To Budget As A College Student [S…

30 Most Expensive Colleges In 2025

30 Most Expensive Colleges In 2025

Here are the most expensive colleges to attend in 2025 based on tuition and fee pricing as published on their financial aid page. The post 30 Most Ex…

Is College Worth It In 2025? It Depends On How Much You Spend

Is College Worth It In 2025? It Depends On How Much You Spend

The question of whether college is worth it continues to come up as tuition costs rise nationwide, so here's how to calculate your ROI. The post Is C…

Best College Student Bank Accounts Of April 2025

Best College Student Bank Accounts Of April 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…

How To Use A Roth IRA To Save For College

How To Use A Roth IRA To Save For College

Did you know that you can use a Roth IRA to save for college, but there are pros and cons that you need to be aware of. The post How To Use A Roth IR…

What Student Loan Borrowers Need To Do Right Now

What Student Loan Borrowers Need To Do Right Now

Student loan borrowers regain access to IBR, PAYE, and ICR, but loan forgiveness progress and processing still on hold. The post What Student Loan Bo…

Best Student Loan Refinancing Bonuses And Promotional Offers

Best Student Loan Refinancing Bonuses And Promotional Offers

Before refinancing your student loans, make sure you're looking for the best student loan refinancing bonuses that could sweeten the deal beyond APR,…

Can You Pay For College On A Credit Card?

Can You Pay For College On A Credit Card?

Can you pay for college on a credit card and rack up the points? It's a compelling thought... and the answer is potentially! College is expensiv…

Non-Profit Colleges See Spike In Loan Forgiveness Claims

Non-Profit Colleges See Spike In Loan Forgiveness Claims

New data shows 22% of loan discharge claims involve nonprofit or public colleges, not just for-profit schools. Here's what the borrower defense data …

Best Student Loan Refinance Lenders In 2025

Best Student Loan Refinance Lenders In 2025

We compare the ten best student loan refinance lenders and their interest rates, perks, qualification requirements, and more. The post Best Student L…

Trump Wants Student Loans Handled By The SBA

Trump Wants Student Loans Handled By The SBA

Trump says he wants SBA to manage student loans. No order has been signed, and legal experts warn the move may breach existing borrower contracts. Th…

Could The Federal Government Privatize Student Loans?

Could The Federal Government Privatize Student Loans?

Calls to privatize federal student loans are growing. Learn how this change could impact borrowers, costs, and government involvement in education. T…

Big Week For Student Loans: What Changed And What Didn’t

Big Week For Student Loans: What Changed And What Didn’t

Trump’s executive order targets K-12, not student loans. Recertification is delayed, but borrowers still face confusion over repayment. The post Big …

Friday Flight: Appealing ARMs, Iterating Investments, & College Cost Cuts – Episode 960

Friday Flight: Appealing ARMs, Iterating Investments, & College Cost Cuts – Episode 960

Time for a Friday Flight- our little sampling of the week’s financial news and what it means for your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines…

Lawsuit Filed Over Blocked Student Loan Repayment Plans

Lawsuit Filed Over Blocked Student Loan Repayment Plans

A new lawsuit claims the Department of Education is illegally blocking income-driven student loan repayment plans, leaving borrowers with higher bill…

What To Do If Your Student Loan Is Denied?

What To Do If Your Student Loan Is Denied?

If your student loan was denied, don’t panic. Find out how to appeal a denial, secure a cosigner, or access more financial aid to cover college costs…

9.2 Million Borrowers May Be Delinquent On Student Loans

9.2 Million Borrowers May Be Delinquent On Student Loans

An estimated 9.2 million borrowers are now delinquent on student loans. Find out why payments are being missed and what options are available to avoi…

How To Find The Net Price Of College And What You’ll Pay

How To Find The Net Price Of College And What You’ll Pay

A look at how to calculate the net price of college - or in other terms, how much college really costs! The post How To Find The Net Price Of College…

Student Loan Bills Rise Due To IDR Processing Freeze

Student Loan Bills Rise Due To IDR Processing Freeze

Borrowers face unexpected student loan payment hikes as IDR recertification remains stalled. Some are pushed into forbearance as loan servicers strug…

How Grandparents Can Save For College

How Grandparents Can Save For College

Grandparents can save for college with a 529, UGMA, or Coverdell ESA. See which option is best for financial aid and estate planning. The post How Gr…