Mortgage Help For Black College Students
Concerned that educational and professional opportunities might take her from one city to the next, Latosha Key was nervous about purchasing a home early in her career. But the 2004...
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College Essay Writing Season Is Now
“In high school, students aren’t often asked to write essays that extol their virtues from their own point of view,†Bello says. “That task can be strange and daunting. But now that they’re in 12th grade, students have to do this—with their college admissions on the line!â€
What it Takes to Graduate From College
Discussing college completion and attainment at the National Higher Education Summit, panelists explored what's working effectively for students of color.
The College Debt Barrier Comes Down
Starbucks and Arizona State University dismantle the barriers to college completion.
Should You Prepay College Tuition?
However, prepaid tuition plans may not be backed by the full faith of the state. In some states, such as Illinois and Alabama, tuition has increased faster than their plans’ investment returns. Some states are not required to bail out their plans if they fail. Other drawbacks, says Hurley, include attached premiums: You are buying future tuition at a price higher than current tuition, not at current rates. You won’t be subject to any penalties if your child opts not to go to college, but the amount you get refunded may be a lot less than the amount of tuition that would have been paid under the plan, and you may not be able to transfer the funds to one of your other children.
