Jennifer Lawrence might be America’s BFF, but Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Massachusetts) is the modern college student’s best ally. Her latest student loan proposal aims put a large dent in the nation’s current $1.2…
Read article: Tax millionaires, not students, says Sen. WarrenImagine if you took out $30,000 for college and that’s all you had to pay back. For most student loan borrowers, that’s not the case. Due to compound interest, that…
Read article: Illinois introduces interest-free college tuition billWe've discussed the benefits of attending college at length, but we're always quick to point out that even though college degrees are a good investment in your future, it doesn't…
Read article: The wrong reason to go to collegeWhat is student loan consolidation and how does it work? We love this video from StudentLoanConsolidator.com, which explains the process in a unique way--by using Play-Doh to represent student loan…
Read article: Student loan consolidation explained with Play-DohDecember is a stressful time for college-bound students and their parents. With the pressure to finish up scholarship and college applications, along with the impending doom of paying for it…
Read article: How 5 students are getting into college–and paying for itFor college graduates and adults struggling with student loan repayment, the holiday season can be difficult. So many gifts to give, so little money in the bank account. But a…
Read article: The best gift for college gradsAccording to a report released Wednesday, the average student loan debt for a member of the class of 2012 was $29,000, up from $26,600 in 2011. This increase follows recent…
Read article: Average student loan debt rises to $29,000In a recent Guardian article, millennials were asked what they wish their parents had taught them about choosing a college, student loans, and managing their finances. Millennials regret taking on…
Read article: Advice for millennials, from millennials on student loans & money managementAfter graduating college, many former students have difficulty finding jobs that allow them to afford their monthly student loan payments. If you graduate into a low-paying field, you may find…
Read article: Can’t pay your student loans? This college will pay them for you.How should financial aid be given out? How can we make college more affordable? How can student loans be improved? The NY Times recently explored these questions and more in…
Read article: Who should get financial aid?
