Kristen Grau

Contributing Writer

Contributors/Kristen Grau

Education

BA Multimedia Journalism, Florida Atlantic University

Kristen Grau has served as an editor for the personal finance site Debt.com and LGBTQ+ publication South Florida Gay News. She graduated from Florida Atlantic University, where she was the editor-in-chief of the student newspaper and is a board member of the Society of Professional Journalists Florida chapter.

Subject areas

Personal finance, journalism

Read Kristen's Latest Articles

What Happens if You Fail a College Class With Financial Aid?

Failing a class doesn't guarantee you'll lose your financial aid. Learn how it can impact your financial aid package and the steps you can take to keep it.

August 31, 2022

8 Tips for Back-to-School Shopping on a Budget

Make back-to-school shopping on a budget easier by looking for sales, student discounts, coupons, and more.

August 12, 2022

How Much Does it Cost to Study Abroad?

Study abroad programs can cost up to $10,000. Learn what factors go into that cost and the steps you can take to pay for study abroad.

August 9, 2022

How to Get Mental Health Financial Assistance in College

Many college students struggle with depression and anxiety. According to the , 41% of student respondents screened positive for , and 34% screened positive for an anxiety disorder in the...

June 24, 2022

A Complete Guide to the FAFSA for Parents

FAFSA can help match your child with thousands of dollars in financial aid for college. Learn why it's important to file and the steps to do it.

June 10, 2022

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