4 Financial Aid Myths—Debunked!
Financial aid is essential for many families. Can you separate fact from fiction when it comes to this important piece of the college financing puzzle?
Financial Aid Changes on the Horizon
New changes to the FAFSA, including a significant reduction in the number of questions, will take effect for the 2023-2024 school year.
Student Loan Relief Extended Through End of 2020
Federal student loan relief was extended through December 31, 2020. Additionally, no interest will accumulate on the loans — the interest rate will remain at 0% through 2020.
FAFSA for 2021-2022 Academic Year Opened on October 1
Your income from two years prior is what counts on the FAFSA. For example, the 2021-2022 FAFSA will rely on income information in your 2019 tax return.
The Changing College Landscape
The 2020-2021 academic year is right around the corner, and the coronavirus pandemic has upended the college world, like everything else.
Interest Rates on Federal Student Loans Decrease to Record Lows for 2020-2021
For the second year in a row, interest rates on federal student loans will decrease for the 2020-2021 academic year.
The CARES Act Provides Student Loan Relief
The CARES Act provides relief for those with federal student loans and a bonus benefit if your employer offers tuition assistance!
Federal Student Loan Borrowers Get Some Relief Due to COVID-19
In response to COVID-19, on March 20, 2020, the Department of Education announced terms for student loan relief for tens of millions of borrowers.
Evaluating College Acceptances
How well does a college meet your child’s needs? How much will it cost you and your child? We explain why these two questions can help your family evaluate college acceptances.
For College Savings, 529 Plans Are Hard to Beat
Raising kids is hard enough, so why not make things easier for yourself when it comes to saving for college?