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College financial aid: How to navigate offers in one of the most challenging seasons yet

The botched rollout of a revamped federal financial aid form has made this year’s college acceptance season particularly vexing. read more

5 Ways To Pay For The College Your Child Wants To Go To

This is a discussion of five methods for paying for college, when each option may be appropriate, and common misconceptions about funding sources. read more

Next NC Scholarship works to remove financial obstacles for college students

Finances can be a hurdle for students seeking higher education, but the Next NC Scholarship may completely remove that obstacle for many. read more

Top scholarships for women; plus, how to find more

With thousands of women’s scholarships coming from private companies, nonprofits and public institutions, there’s no shortage of college funding options geared specifically toward female students. read more

Going to college and want to vote? You've got options.

College students who live on campus and plan on voting need to ask some basic questions, like, "Where will I be on Election Day?" ... read more

How to get off Stanford’s waitlist

Only around 1% of Stanford’s applicant pool is offered a spot on the waitlist each year. Stanford students share their experience with the waitlist process. read more

How To Pay For Your Children’s College Even After Being Laid Off

There are strategies to keep your kids in school. Start by having a frank talk with your financial aid officer. read more

How to Think About Turnover Like a College Football Coach

The short answer is: You need to invest in them to get the maximum contribution possible while they are on the team. That means giving them the training and attention they need to quickly become their ... read more

College student from Lahaina shares how a scholarship will help her return to rebuild

Lahaina town's Yuna Lee is finishing her first year at Gonzaga University, majoring in civil engineering and minoring in business. Two weeks before Lee was supposed to leave for college in Spokane, ... read more

How to Apply for the CPA Exam: Step-by-Step Guide

Unlock the secrets to a successful CPA exam application. From the initial process to getting your license, this simplifies registering step-by-step. read more

Federal college aid delays devastating for KY but students must fill out FAFSA form. | Opinion

OpEd: If you know a young person who is thinking about attending college next fall, please encourage them to complete the FAFSA, despite this year’s delays. read more

What families with college-bound students need to know this spring

Perhaps even more nerve-wracking than waiting for your child’s college acceptance letters is learning whether they’ve been awarded financial aid. Recent changes to the Free Application for Federal Stu ... read more