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Following your passion is great, but no one wants to struggle to pay the bills after graduating from college. That's why for some students it's important to avoid majors that traditionally don't pay well. A recent study by Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce identified a list of college degrees that place African Americans at the lowest end of the pay scale. Following our look at the highest paying degrees for African Americans, here's a look at the majors most likely to leave your wallet a little lighter.

10 Lowest-Paying College Degrees for African Americans

Will you be struggling to pay the bills after you graduate? Graduating with one of these degrees may make that your reality

Following your passion is great, but no one wants to struggle to pay the bills.…

By Sheiresa Ngo

Posted: June 1, 2011 Tags: back to school gallery, career choice, college, college graduate, elementary teacher, gym teacher, liberal arts, lowest paying job, mass media, social work, Teacher

MoneyTips for New College Grads

Five ways to manage your cash so you’re equipped for the “real world”

When Sharece Hall, 25, was a student at the Georgia Institute of Technology, she, like…

By Brittany Hutson

Posted: June 1, 2011 Tags: budget, budgeting, saving

End of the World Checklist: Do You Have Your Financial House in Order?

What will your financial legacy say about you when your world ends?

BlackEnterprise.com’s checklist to prepare to leave behind your financial legacy via estate planning and living…

By Janell Hazelwood

Posted: May 20, 2011 Tags: end of the world, estate planning, financial fitness, financial planning, living will, Retirement, will

5 Tips on How to Handle Sudden Wealth

Whether you just signed a multi-million dollar contract or inherited property from a wealthy relative, here are some tips to help you keep—and grow—your wealth responsibly

Whether you’ve just signed a multi-million dollar contract, won the lottery, or inherited property from…

By Robert J. Gordon

Posted: May 12, 2011 Tags: estate planning, financial planning, How To, Money, Money Management, wealth management

10 Twitter Accounts That Can Prep You For College

From SAT prep to financial assistance, follow these 10 Twitter handles

By Janel Martinez

Posted: April 29, 2011 Tags: ACT, BE Next, college, college prep, debt, financial aid, SAT, student loans, Twitter

5 Ways to Avoid Major Student Loan Debt

A financial expert provides tips for handling the dreaded student loan

Preparing for college means planning ahead. Financial expert Curtis Johnson provides parents and students with…

By Janel Martinez

Posted: April 28, 2011 Tags: Back to School, college, Curtis Johnson, Personal Finance, personal savings, Student Funding Group, student loan debt, student loans

10 Tips for Filing Your FAFSA Form for College Financial Aid

How to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and get more money to finance your education

How to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and get more money…

By Janel Martinez

Posted: April 25, 2011 Tags: College Savings, college tuition, FAFSA, finance tips, financial aid, Free Application for Federal Student Aid

If you’re going to tuck your money away, you might as well make it work for you. Before the advent of the Internet that generally meant opening up a traditional savings account, but with more and more banks offering high-yielding online accounts, customers have new options to keep their funds liquid while still maximizing their returns. But how does one decide between an online account and a traditional savings account? BlackEnterprise.com breaks down the differences between the two.

Online vs. Traditional Savings: Which Account Has Your Best ‘Interests’ in Mind?

There's more than one way to save money. Make sure to find the account that works for you.

There’s more than one way to save money. Make sure to find the account that…

By Renita Burns

Posted: April 13, 2011 Tags: ATM, Banking, cybercrime, FDIC-insured, fees, interest, Money, online banking, Savings account

3 Ways to Organize Your Financial Life

Expert tips on creating a simple savings strategy for your short, mid, and long-term financial goals

Expert tips on creating a simple savings strategy for your short, mid, and long-term financial…

By LaToya M. Smith

Posted: April 8, 2011 Tags: 401k, budgeting, budgets, checking account, exchange trade funds, Investing, IRA, life insurance, Money, mutual funds, Real Estate, Retirement, savings, stocks

A tip from a trusted friend or relative, a little monetary incentive or even just the location can usually steer consumers to their bank of choice. But one look at the fine print can have potential customers re-thinking their decision. While Capitol Hill has banks scrambling to make up new revenue sources, consumers are usually the ones slighted as new fees means less banking value for your buck. With the savings rate up 5.8% in January, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis—the highest since August—it’s important to make sure the financial institution you decide to do business with is giving you the best service. Here’s a checklist of questions you should always ask to ensure you’re getting the most out of a savings or checking account.

14 Questions to Ask Before Opening a Checking or Savings Account

Not all bank accounts are created equal. Mind your money with these essential questions

By Renita Burns

Posted: April 7, 2011 Tags: ATM, bank, checking, Dorethia Conner, fees, interest, savings, spending

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