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Paying for College: Everyone Should Apply for Financial Aid

There was a time not so long ago when a student’s primary goal was getting accepted into his or her college of choice. Once that hurdle was cleared, the family then began to think about how they would cover the cost. As college costs have risen, concern about financing a college education has become a significant factor in the college choice process for many families...

Financial Aid 101: How Will You Pay for College?

The process of paying for college is confusing. There are lots of funding options and even more forms. There are also lots of pitfalls, including advertisers willing to “help” you take care of your tuition “in one quick step.” What there are not, however, are shortcuts. So which of the many financing options are appropriate for [...]

Will the True Cost of Attendance Please Stand Up?

Photo Credit: a_kartha (sxc.hu) - As families work to understand how to pay for college, one of the greatest challenges they face is to understand the jargon used to describe the price of attending a particular institution. The most commonly used term to describe the cost of college is tuition, but it’s really only a piece [...]

PLUS or Private Student Loan: Which is Right for You?

Photo Credit: Bubbels (sxc.hu) - Once a student has maximized all of their available financial aid, including grants, scholarships, work-study and Stafford loans, they may discover they still need a loan to fill their funding “gap”. For these students, there are typically two options to consider: a Federal Direct PLUS loan for parents from the Department [...]

The Ultimate Off-to-College Finances Checklist

In just a couple of months, many parents will be sending their new college freshmen off to school for the first time. This is a busy time of preparation for new graduates – meeting college roommates, deciding who will buy the refrigerator and microwave, and having fun spending all of that graduation money. It’s also a [...]

Ask the Experts: What If I Can’t Afford College?

As part of our Ask the Experts series of posts, our friends over at the SkippingBreakfast.com College Readiness Blog sent us a problem that many families are dealing with these days: what to do when you can’t afford to pay for college. We asked our parenting expert Tia Peterson what advice she’d give to a student in [...]

iPad Giveaway Winner & Another Chance to Win – Enter Today!

The Student Loan Marketplace iPad for College Giveaway has come to a close, and the lucky winner is Donna Battle! Congratulations to Donna – we hope you enjoy your new iPad! But wait – we’re not done! Due to the overwhelming success of the contest, we’re also pleased to announce that we’re going to hold a [...]

Last Minute Scholarship Deadlines: August 2010

Listed below are scholarships that have deadlines in August. If you’re in need of some additional money for college, here is your chance. We’ve got 9 (count it – NINE) scholarships with August deadlines that you can still make if you hurry. Some were listed in our previous post on summer 2010 scholarships. The ones [...]

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Which private student loan is right for you and your family? For many families, investment in an education will be the biggest investment of their lives. And as with any major investment, you should shop around and compare your options. The Student Loan Marketplace is the only loan comparison website that shows you accurate rates and terms – not “as low as” advertisements for rates – to help you determine which private loan is best for you. Don’t just choose the first loan you see – learn about your options, follow smart borrowing practices and pick the most appropriate loan for your financial situation. Use the Marketplace to compare lenders’ rates and terms such as Total Cost, Monthly Payment, APR, Repayment Options and Fees that are matched to your financial and credit profile – all with only one credit check. Learn more and begin shopping today!

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Paying for College: Everyone Should Apply for Financial Aid

Financial Aid 101: How Will You Pay for College?

Will the True Cost of Attendance Please Stand Up?

PLUS or Private Student Loan: Which is Right for You?

The Ultimate Off-to-College Finances Checklist

Ask the Experts: What If I Can’t Afford College?

iPad Giveaway Winner & Another Chance to Win – Enter Today!

Last Minute Scholarship Deadlines: August 2010

Compare Your Student Loan Options

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