Update: On 6/3, President Biden signed The Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023 into law, confirming that the federal student loan payment pause will officially end August 30th, with payments resuming in October.

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Scholarships for Black and African American STEM Majors

If you’re looking for a career path with plenty of job opportunities, majoring in STEM could be a solid way […]

Asian female researching scholarships to pay off student loans

2022-03-27

Can You Use Scholarships or Grants to Pay Off Student Loans?

Updated April 26, 2022 The average cost of college has been steadily rising, so it’s not surprising that the […]

Father and son discussing how much college debt is too much

2022-03-19

How Much Student Loan Debt Is Too Much?

It’s no secret that student loan debt has been on the increase in the United States. In its 2021 consumer […]

College student asking her professor for a graduate school letter of recommendation

2022-02-14

How to Get Grad School Letters of Recommendation

When you are applying for graduate school, you will need to submit various components with your application. Besides the requisite […]

2022-02-08

Online vs In Person Classes: Which is Better?

Online classes versus traditional in-person classes is a relatively new debate that has gained momentum since the start of the […]

Teen talking to parents about paying for college

2022-02-08

How to Talk to Your Parents About Paying for College

If you’re planning on continuing your education after high school, you may need to consider how to talk to your […]

Mother and daughter applying for financial aid for college

2022-01-24

How To Get Financial Aid For College When Your Parents “Make Too Much”

Updated July 20, 2022 If your parents make a good amount of money, you may feel stuck in a […]

Parent works with daughter to plan out monthly college allowance.

2022-01-18

How Much Should I Contribute to My Child’s College Student Monthly Allowance?

If your child is heading to college soon, you may be worried about how they’ll manage money and how much […]

Female college student attending class for a double major.

2022-01-10

Does It Cost More to Double Major in College?

You’re expected to choose a major or field of study to pursue when going through college. However, a student might […]

2022-01-04

Full Time vs Part Time College Credit Hours: Which is Best for You?

Once you get into school, it’s time to create a schedule. Choosing how many credit hours to take is essential […]

Federal student loan repayment deadline extended to May 1

2021-12-29

Federal Student Loan Freeze Extended (Again) — How to Make the Most Of It

Update 4/6/2022: On April 6, 2022, The Biden administration announced that it is again extending the payment pause on federal […]

Woman looking for a cosigner for student loans

2021-12-20

Finding a Cosigner For Student Loans If Your Parents Can’t or Won’t Cosign

When applying for private student loans, many borrowers have the luxury of asking their parents to cosign. This can mean […]