Wages for Young College Graduates Remains the Same as in 2000
New report shows a stagnant in wage growth among college graduates for the last 16 years.
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Promoting the Mental Health Needs of College Students of Color
A romantic breakup, for example, may seem trivial but can be devastating for some young people and lead to depressive symptoms that require treatment, says Breland-Noble. “It’s critically important for families of color to acknowledge that mental health concerns … absolutely do impact us as people of color.†With that understanding, she says, it makes sense for families to research what mental health resources are available on their child’s campus or in the surrounding area.
Community College Certificates Can Fatten Your Wallet
More recent research shows that students who complete a community college program of study that awards them a certificate also earn a fatter paycheck—and health careers again provide the biggest bang for the buck.
7 Top Financial Tips From College Gurl
Don’t borrow more than you need. “You will be responsible for paying this money back. Before taking out a loan, use the repayment estimator on studentloans.gov. Don’t use so-called loan refunds to fund expenses that aren’t educational.â€
Can Colleges Do More to Lower Student Debt?
This is a critical issue in the black community. Black students borrow more and in higher amounts than students of other races. No, it isn’t 'good debt' if it’s amassed with little-to-no thought of how that debt could affect other life goals, not to mention quality of life, personal generosity, and personal or family legacy.