Economista: Micro-loans for College Students?
Companies have been springing up offering a micro lending model to student loans which aims to make borrowing easier and more affordable. .
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STEM Spotlight: How to Find a STEM-oriented College or University
For African Americans, finding success in STEM fields is contingent on the amount of support a student receives from the academic institution. Here are four things to look for in an academic institution that will help a student find success.
Kids & Money: Paying for College and The Myth of Financial Independence
Whether you have a child that’s prepping for college or your young one has finally made it there, the rumor of filing for financial independence to increase financial aid eligibility is pervasive.
Tax Insider: College Tax Breaks
If you or someone in your household is taking college courses, you know how expensive higher education can be. Tax time is the perfect opportunity to help ease the burden. Even though the April 2011 tax deadline is just seven months away, you can start preparing now. (Or if you were granted an extension and have yet to file, take note.)With college tuition on the rise, you can ease the pressure on your wallet by tracking college expenses that might be eligible for a tax break. Here are a few deductions and credits that might help you put some cash back in your pocket.
Economista: Alternative Ways to Pay For College
Even after exhausting all the well-known avenues to help pay for college – scholarships, grants, advanced placement (AP) courses, dreaded loans, mom, dad, aunty, and your fourth cousin twice removed – getting adequate financing for school can be as elusive as finding Big Foot. But there are some alternative approaches that may help to cover costs while you earn your degree. Check them out: