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How a college scorecard can help you choose the right college
Applying to college is one of the most exciting experiences you’ll ever have, but it can also be nerve-wracking and anxiety-inducing. After all, there are thousands of colleges and universities all over the country, and quite a few good ones. So how do you choose the right college for you? Well, a little secret: College […]
College Student Tax Credits: How to Cut Costs and Get More Back
When you’re in college, taxes are probably one of the last things you think about. After all, why would you worry about taxes if you don’t have a full-time job, right? Well, here’s the thing… Even if you do not have substantial income to report, there may be tax credit or two that you could […]
Lacking Financial Aid? 10 ways to pay for college tuition
When I went to college, I did some serious research on every school I considered. From their premises and surrounding areas to professors teaching classes – I left no stone unturned (or so i thought). It turned out that I had overlooked a very important factor in choosing a school: price. That is, I knew […]
How to make free college money
If there is anything that I regret since my college days, it is probably the fact that I did not apply for scholarships or grants. In my opinion, they were only meant for super talented or outstanding students, so why bother at all, right? Boy, I was wrong. It turns out that there are scholarships […]
7 tax deductions and incentives for college students to save money
Over the past 20 years, the cost of college tuition has tripled and has grown nearly 8 times faster than wages. While public higher education is mostly the responsibility of the state, the federal government does encourage continuing education through tax deductions and tax incentives. To see how you can take advantage of these tax […]