Picture Source College is simultaneously the most exciting and overwhelming experience of your life. Whether you’ve just started a course or you’re on the verge of starting one, you’re probably looking forward to meeting new friends, learning new things, and experiencing true independence. Of course, all of those things might seem scary at the same…
These days, college isn’t as important as people would have you believe. In a survey conducted by CNBC and SurveyMonkey, results showed that 56 percent of small business owners do not have a four-year degree. In another study of people who did go to college, only 27 percent of them were offered a class on entrepreneurship. Learning about entrepreneurship…
Do you dream of going back to college to get your masters in health administration but your budget won’t allow you? Many people are faced with this dilemma, and a lot of them simply give up on their dreams. But this doesn’t have to be the case. Even if you are on a shoestring budget,…
Hey guys, check out today’s guest post from my friend Drew over at The Student Loan Report – if you’re a recent (or not-so-recent) grad struggling to get your student loans in check, go check out his blog and pick up some useful tips. Hello. My name is Drew and I want to talk to…
In an ideal world, economic issues should not limit one’s education, but we do not live in that perfect world, unfortunately. The cost of college education is one of the greatest limiting factors in the US when it comes to advanced learning. Even the ones who can afford it often have to rely on expensive…
Living on a student budget can be tough. With the cost of college tuition at an all-time high and other living expenses for students to contend with, being as thrifty as possible is often a necessity for those hoping to further their education. Many students spend a lot of time searching for new tips and…
The amount of money you make and the amount of money you spend are just a couple of things that are on everyone’s mind these days. How can you make more money? How am I supposed to spend less is just one of the questions you might be asking yourself when trying to stick to…
We’ve all heard the popular saying of “living on a student budget”, which of course means living on very tight means. If you’re currently enrolled in an online master’s program at Northeastern University such as the master in taxation, then you know first-hand what this famous saying means. If you’ve never had to live on…
“‘In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” – Benjamin Franklin, 1817 Many families are used to cutting back on the little luxuries to pay for the rising costs of healthcare and education. I am no stranger to this, as I would guess are you, my readers, however it…
Going off to college for the first year is an exciting time in a child’s life. Here they’ll be able to make new friends, boost their academic knowledge and experience financial freedom. If this is the first time that your child is managing their money, you want to prepare them for what lies ahead as…
There are millions of Americans, who are currently drowning in student debt. These individuals thought they would be able to take a loan, complete school and find a good paying job. Unfortunately, life isn’t always so predictable. Things can happen unexpectedly and this can throw a curveball into the equation. And unfortunately, this can make…
Hey guys, check out this awesome guest post today! Pyper Barnes is a Finance Major who recently graduated from the University of Alabama in 2016. She decided to start a scholarship website, Weird Scholarships, to spread awareness on scholarship opportunities. This is just one way she is helping others limit…
Paying for your education usually is done through student loans, grants, and scholarships or out of your own pocket. Many people don’t realize that there is way more options than just the traditional methods of payment. A lot of the times your employer has the ability to offer educational assistance and help foot the bill.…
Hey guys, check out this guest post from my pal Lauren, an up and coming personal finance writer eager to start her own blog soon. As a current college student, I have seen too many of my peers constantly struggling with money in college. Though I don’t have perfect financial habits myself, I think I…
College is expensive, y’all. I’ve been thinking about heading back to academia and the thing first and foremost in my mind is cost. Tuition is astronomical and making that investment is a huge decision. Among the many factors I’ve been considering, I wondered, what happens if I need to drop out? I may decide the…
Saving is hard for every student because there are some many things you simply cannot refuse to buy. Back-to-school shopping usually costs a lot for boys, girls and their parents, therefore, you have to know all the tricks and tips on how to save money on it. A request “Type my essay for me” is…
Every student has to face educational costs, expenses on food and clothes and many other things. Education turns out to be increasingly costly and, accordingly, you need to save some money to bear the cost of your studies. Put writing a term paper aside and read this article, which will answer an exceptionally far reaching…
Many people find themselves in financial binds due to a lack of knowledge. When individuals do finally learn some basic financial tips, they wonder, “Why didn’t they teach us this in school?” If applied correctly, some tips could save everyone a lot of trouble in the first place. Nevertheless, the following five money saving tips…
While I’m trying to survive getting a new tour up on it’s feet, here’s a guest post from Nate Matherson of LendEDU, a website for students looking to consolidate their student loan debt and find great advice on how to survive financially while paying it off. If that applies to you, here are a few…
The average cost of attending a four-year, out-of-state university has reached a jaw-dropping $32,762 per year, according to College Board. While in-state tuition is substantially lower, a year of tuition and expenses will still set you back approximately $19,000. With figures like these, it’s no wonder why financial concerns deter so many prospective students from…
I took some pretty ridiculous elective courses in college to make sure I was “well-rounded”: Quantitative Models & Methods (I honestly still have no idea what that class was about but for some reason, she gave me an A), Sex Discrimination & Law, Modern China, Human Sexuality (that did not turn out to be the…
So I’ve written several times about how studying abroad can save you money. Also, if you haven’t guessed by the entire nomadic style of my life, I’m a huge supporter of the idea of experiencing other cultures and doing new things that scare you – like moving to a foreign country for a little while.…
Choosing what college to attend is one of the most important decisions you will ever make in your life. The better the college you attend, the more prestigious your degree will be. This means that employers will be more interested in hiring you when you finally graduate and hit the job market. This is why…
So I think we’ve established – I like school. I’ve graduated from 3 different universities with degrees in three different areas. And while there is certainly a lot to say about carefully considering your education, especially because of how much debt it’s likely to get you into, I totally get people who are bitten by…
In the personal finance realm, we harp a lot on not going into debt, but some events, like college, make it seem inevitable. While studying hard, being a sports superstar or a musical prodigy are solid approaches to finding scholarships, an often overlooked opportunity is to just go to college for free. That’s right. Completely…