“Each year, the federal government provides more than $150 billion in financial aid (grants, work-study, and loans) for college or career school. To apply for this aid, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). Also, state governments and many colleges and career schools use your FAFSA information to award you their […]
“If you’ve applied for scholarships before, you know how difficult it can be to keep track of all the due dates, required materials and award amounts. If you’re submitting applications for multiple awards at once, it can even be hard to remember which scholarships you’ve applied for, which ones you still have to work on, […]
“The University of Texas at Austin offers bachelor’s degree-seekers more than 170 fields of study across 13 colleges and schools. Some of these come with prerequisites; check them out before you apply…” School of ArchitectureMcCombs School of BusinessMoody College of CommunicationCollege of EducationCockrell School of EngineeringCollege of Fine ArtsJackson School of GeosciencesCollege of Liberal ArtsCollege of Natural SciencesSchool […]
“Student loan debt now stands at more than $1.35 trillion, a figure that has nearly tripled over the past decade. With more than 43.3 million Americans holding student loan debt, according to the Federal Reserve, understanding the true cost of student loan debt has become more important than ever before.Estimates for the average student loan debt held by each borrower […]
Below is a link to all the colleges & departments at Texas A&M University. “From architecture to zoology, we’ve got you covered. Explore our different areas of study by clicking on any of the college, unit or program links below to see a list of departments and options.” If you are interested or need to […]
“The hiring trends in the post 2007 financial crisis world is showing signs that when it comes to getting a job upon graduation, a student’s major matters. Recent studies show students majoring in engineering, computer science, education and health care tend to have better hiring prospects in the anemic labor market. Current students might be […]
“College seniors are graduating to an improved jobs outlook: Employers plan to hire 11% more college graduates from the class of 2016 than they did for the class before, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers. But location can play a huge role when these new graduates are ready to launch their careers. […]
It’s no secret that college is expensive. It helps tremendously when students have financial management plans, since they won’t feel overwhelmed by college loans and the stress of having to deal with every day expenses without a blueprint. Learning how to manage finances is an immense help to students. Unfortunately, learning these skills proves to […]
“Tuition reimbursement programs are all the rage right now. Companies know that the rising costs of college make it difficult to start or continue your education. Luckily there are several places that students can work at that offer tuition assistance. Many of the companies in this list hire students at any degree level, and are […]
“When it comes to campus housing, there’s a lot to consider before making your decision. Depending on the school you’d like to go to, you may be able to rule out some of your living options right away. On the other hand, comparing different living options to your personal preferences can help you choose between […]