Before borrowing, take into consideration what you expect to make in your first job, what your loan payment will look like when you graduate, and what you estimate your other future expenses to be. …
By Lisa Rooney    |
We break down the most common examples, including books, laptop, travel, dorm needs, parking fees, and food and beverage. …
By Lauren Danz    |
Determine each school's total cost including billed and unbilled expenses, determine each school's net cost including grants and scholarships, and determine any future year net cost changes by speaking to the financial aid office. …
By Amy Staffier    |
Your student may need to complete federal loan requirements, ensure private scholarships and payment plans have credited the account, submit documentation to the financial aid office, or follow up with your private loan lender.…
By Meredith Clement    |
Waive the college's health insurance charge if the child is already covered with a family plan and get in touch with your insurance provider if your child is going out of state to check coverage.…
By Jonathan Hughes    |
Learn about payment plans, an interest free way to pay for college costs over the span of several months, and how you can enroll in one with your college.…
By Jonathan Hughes    |
Ways to stay calm include having no surprises, saving for college, utilizing a monthly payment plan, knowing about education loans available, and taking advantage of free guidance and advice. …
By Julie Shields-Rutyna    |
Steps include leveraging your savings, utilizing an interest-free monthly payment plan, and considering education loans. …
By Lisa Rooney    |