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The Best Way to Save for College Tuition

The Best Way to Save for College Tuition

By Ilyce Glink| 2017-04-27T11:41:24-05:00 November 19th, 2013|

As a parent, figuring out how to save for college can be a daunting task—especially when you consider the rising cost of higher education. According to the College Board, a non-profit organization that helps students prepare for college, the average cost of a private college rose to $30,094 this year, while the cost of a [...]

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A New Year, a New FAFSA

A New Year, a New FAFSA

By Guest| 2017-04-26T10:25:10-05:00 January 21st, 2013|

Some schools and colleges are cutting fees and tuition to attract students, but education costs are still high. When I went to college, my tuition and fees averaged about $500 per year plus another $500 for books. Today, you’re looking at 10 times those costs—or more. Financial aid is critical to help cover those costs. [...]