How to reduce hidden college costs
We all know college is expensive, but there are also many hidden costs that can drive up the price even more. In a video for MONEY, Lynnette Khalfani-Cox of The…
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The SUNY system in New York state has increased tuition by 30% since 2011. [Photo: Wikimedia Commons]
SUNY pushes forward with plan to increase tuition
The State University of New York (SUNY) system is moving forward with its plan to increase tuition once again, the Poughkeepsie Journal reports. This week, SUNY leaders urged the state…
Read article: SUNY pushes forward with plan to increase tuitionCollege became less affordable this year
Once again, college tuition rose faster than inflation this year, the College Board reports. Average college tuition and fees rose about 3% from last year, even though the government reports…
Read article: College became less affordable this yearThe real problem with higher education
It’s well known that the student loan crisis has gotten out of control and continues to grow every second. According to Business Insider, student debt has skyrocketed from $500 billion in…
Read article: The real problem with higher educationFree college textbooks could be on the way
While it’s no secret that college tuition, room and board, and fees have risen in recent years, many people don’t realize the cost of textbooks has also gone up dramatically–1,041…
Read article: Free college textbooks could be on the wayLess than half of recent grads ‘strongly agree’ college was worth the cost
We write a lot about the importance to maximizing the return on investment of your college degree before, during and after college. Unfortunately, the majority of recent college graduates don't…
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VICE News asks: Why is college so expensive?
Why is college so expensive? Is it worth the investment? VICE News recently aired a segment on the rising cost of college and asked a panel and viewers those questions,…
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How to graduate college with a job you love & less debt
Before going to college, many students don’t really think about maximizing the return on their college investment. In their mind, just getting into college and attending is enough. But in…
Read article: How to graduate college with a job you love & less debtThe cost of a college education
How much does college cost? Why is it so expensive? Where does all that money go? Forbes recently interviewed prospective and current college students to find out their thoughts on…
Read article: The cost of a college educationMany colleges underestimate their true cost
We all know that college is expensive, but what's most alarming is that many colleges who list their total cost of attendance are actually underestimating the price. That's because many…
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