Financial Aid
Do Online Colleges Accept Financial Aid?
Want to invest in your future with an online degree? See how loans, grants, scholarships, and other financial aid options can help you pay for online college.
How To Pay For A Gap Year
A gap year for students is a break from formal academic study. Students may take a gap year after high school, or before entering college. They may also take a break while in college, or before starting graduate school. Some students take a semester off. Others take more than a year off. During this time …
Financial Aid And Scholarships For STEM Students
Scholarships & Other Resources to Help You Pay for a STEM Degree Careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics continue to be among the most in-demand and highest-paying available but earning the required degree to qualify for these careers can be expensive. Fortunately, there are a lot of financial aid opportunities available for students interested in a …
What Is Federal Education Assistance?
Learn about the federal programs like Pell Grant and TRIO that offer financial aid for college students. Find out how to apply and maximize your aid.
How Much Does College Cost?
College costs continue to rise. But how much, exactly, does college cost? When you add up tuition, housing, books, extracurriculars, and more, becoming a student costs over $20,000 annually. Are those college costs worth it? A degree increases job opportunities and earning potential. And students can lower their costs in many ways. Some learners use …
First-Generation College Students: Comprehensive Support and Resources
Key Takeaways First-generation students can access specialized support programs, financial aid, and mentoring to succeed in college. The dropout risk for first-generation students is more than twice that of students with college-educated parents, underscoring the importance of building strong support systems. Submit the FAFSA, apply for private scholarships, and participate in campus programs to build …
College Success For Low Income Students
Success Tips & School Research for Financially Challenged Students According to the U.S. Department of Education, students from low-income families are generally under-prepared and less qualified for college than their higher-income peers. But a growing number of these students are bucking the trend and successfully attending college—the difference in enrollment rates between low- and high-income students is narrowing, …
Financial Aid Appeal: How and When to Ask For More Support
Explore how to appeal your financial aid, update your FAFSA, and explore options if your aid offer doesn’t meet your financial needs.
Financial Aid Opportunities To Help Pay For College
The average college student in 2021 pays over $35,000 annually in tuition and related educational expenses. This figure suggests that many learners need significant financial aid if they want to avoid debt. Fortunately, students can take advantage of financial aid opportunities from several sources, including employers, governmental agencies, and nonprofits. This article introduces these and …