Student Finance

The Student’s Guide to Financial Aid and the FAFSA

The Student’s Guide to Financial Aid and the FAFSA

What is financial aid? What is the FAFSA? Learn about the different types of aid you can get for college and how to fill out the FAFSA.

Matthew Arrojas

by Matthew Arrojas

Updated August 26, 2024

Paying for College

How to Earn a Debt-Free Degree

How to Earn a Debt-Free Degree

Find out how to graduate debt-free. You don’t need to go into debt to improve your life.

Margaret Weinhold

by Margaret Weinhold

Updated July 16, 2024

What Is the Pell Grant?

What Is the Pell Grant?

The Pell Grant is a form of federal aid designed to assist low-income students. Learn how to apply for the award, how much you can earn, and who is eligible.

Staff Writers

by Staff Writers

Updated March 21, 2023

Financial Aid for LGBTQ+ College Students

Financial Aid for LGBTQ+ College Students

LGBTQ+ students can run into institutional barriers when it comes to financial aid. Find our tips for navigating grants, loans, and LGBTQ+ scholarships.

Lyss Welding

by Lyss Welding

Updated May 15, 2023

How to Get Financial Aid for Continuing Education

How to Get Financial Aid for Continuing Education

Worried about how to afford continuing education? Understand the costs of a degree or certificate program and learn how to pay for it.

Staff Writers

by Staff Writers

Updated June 27, 2023

8 Ways Moms Can Afford Going Back to School

8 Ways Moms Can Afford Going Back to School

Moms interested in going back to college shouldn’t stop themselves because of the cost. Explore your options to offset tuition and childcare costs.

Kristen Grau

by Kristen Grau

Updated July 29, 2024

9 Ways Dads Can Afford Going Back to School

9 Ways Dads Can Afford Going Back to School

Going to school as a dad isn’t easy, but it shouldn’t leave you broke. Find grants for single fathers, scholarships for dads, and more savings tips.

Lyss Welding

by Lyss Welding

Updated March 22, 2023

Can You Get Financial Aid With a Felony?

Can You Get Financial Aid With a Felony?

Convicted felons have financial aid opportunities to help pay for college both while in prison and after being released.

Lauren Ward

by Lauren Ward

Updated August 30, 2024

Financial Aid for Military Service Members and Student Veterans

Financial Aid for Military Service Members and Student Veterans

Military service members can use veteran education benefits to pay for college. Learn how to make the most of the benefits you’ve earned.

Heather Mullinix

by Heather Mullinix

Updated October 17, 2023

The Student’s Guide to In-State vs. Out-of-State Tuition

The Student’s Guide to In-State vs. Out-of-State Tuition

The difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition can impact your college education. Discover tips for qualifying for in-state tuition as an out-of-state student.

Danika Miller

by Danika Miller

Updated February 27, 2024

Taxes

Tax Filing Guide: Filing Taxes as a Student

Tax Filing Guide: Filing Taxes as a Student

Lyss Welding

by Lyss Welding

Updated June 9, 2023

What to Know About Tax Breaks for College Students and Parents

What to Know About Tax Breaks for College Students and Parents

Stephen Gaffney

by Stephen Gaffney

Updated April 8, 2022

How DACA Students Pay Federal Taxes

How DACA Students Pay Federal Taxes

Lyss Welding

by Lyss Welding

Updated June 21, 2022

Can I Claim My College Student as a Dependent?

Can I Claim My College Student as a Dependent?

Stephen Gaffney

by Stephen Gaffney

Updated April 12, 2022

Tax Quiz

Student Finance for Parents

A Complete Guide to the FAFSA for Parents

A Complete Guide to the FAFSA for Parents

Kristen Grau

by Kristen Grau

Updated June 10, 2022

A Complete Guide to Parent PLUS Loans

A Complete Guide to Parent PLUS Loans

Lyss Welding

by Lyss Welding

Updated June 9, 2022

Saving for Your Child’s College Education

Saving for Your Child’s College Education

Staff Writers

by Staff Writers

Updated May 23, 2023

All Financial Planning Resources

What Is the Florida Student Assistance Grant Program?

What Is the Florida Student Assistance Grant Program?

Anne Dennon

by Anne Dennon

Updated October 10, 2023

FAFSA Income Limits: How Much Income Is Too Much?

FAFSA Income Limits: How Much Income Is Too Much?

Matthew Arrojas

by Matthew Arrojas

Updated July 9, 2024

20+ Scholarships for Illinois Students

20+ Scholarships for Illinois Students

James Mielke

by James Mielke

Updated July 28, 2023

My Top 7 Tips for Finding College Scholarships in High School

My Top 7 Tips for Finding College Scholarships in High School

Madison May

by Madison May

Updated May 19, 2023

How to Pay Back Student Loans Once Payments Resume

How to Pay Back Student Loans Once Payments Resume

Kristen Grau

by Kristen Grau

Updated May 4, 2022

The 10 Best Part-Time Jobs for College Students

The 10 Best Part-Time Jobs for College Students

Ellery Weil, Ph.D.

by Ellery Weil, Ph.D.

Updated March 21, 2023

6 Ways College Finances Affect Mental Health

6 Ways College Finances Affect Mental Health

Lyss Welding

by Lyss Welding

Updated May 16, 2022

30+ Student Discounts to Take Advantage of Today

30+ Student Discounts to Take Advantage of Today

Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

by Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

Updated April 5, 2022

5 Countries With Free College for Undergrads

5 Countries With Free College for Undergrads

Danika Miller

by Danika Miller

Updated March 18, 2022

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