Articles on Efforts to Make College More Affordable

Articles About the Cost and Affordability of College

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Articles about the cost and affordability of college

“8 Common FAFSA Mistakes And How To Avoid Them,” CNBC: Mar 17, 2023. Note: Lots of good advice here, the key point being, make sure to fill it out!
“8 Common FAFSA Mistakes And How To Avoid Them,” CNBC: Mar 17, 2023.
Note: Lots of good advice here, the key point being, make sure to fill it out!
“How To Switch To A STEM Career" | Bankrate: Feb 24, 2023.
Note: Many STEM careers pay well but often require training. Read this to see how you can pay for it
“What is a 1098-E form? About the student loan interest statement,” USA Today: Jan 27, 2023.
“After Tuition, Books, and Room and Board, Colleges’ Rising Health Fees Hit a Nerve | Kaiser Health News: Dec 19, 2022.
Note: College health charges can be a large unexpected cost. Find out what your potential schools demand for on-campus health services.
“10 ways to save money on college costs,” Reviewed: Oct 7, 2022.
Note: Useful advice here.
“Michigan Creates A Robust And Unique Free College Program,” Forbes: Oct 7, 2022.
Note: See the article for information on what the article notes is a relatively complicated initiative.
“Grads from these colleges have the most debt: report,” The Hill: Oct 2, 2022.
“FAFSA Guide for Maximum Financial Aid in 2022,” Moneywise.com: Oct 1, 2022.
“California Colleges are Creating Centers to Assist Students With Their Basic Needs,” KQED: Aug 14, 2022.
Note: This discusses centers at UC, CSU and California community colleges and what they do for students who need their services.
“College Guide: Tax and Legal Matters Every Parent Should Know,” The Street: Aug 4, 2022.
“How to Get a Free or Cheap Laptop for College,” Lifehacker: Aug 3, 2022.
Note: points to resources that may be helpful if you qualify for financial help in this area.
“Clever Ways to Save When Your Kid Is off at College - Consumer Reports
Note: Some ideas are relevant to campus expenses some relevant to saving on expenses for the people still at home.
“Several Public Universities Reject Tuition Increases, Freeze Prices For Upcoming Year,” Forbes: June 16, 2022.
Note: Includes word on the Universities of Kansas, Nebraska, Tennessee, VATech, and Wisconsin among others.
“Student Loan Interest Rates Mean Borrowers End Up Owing Thousands More Dollars,” Teen Vogue: Mar 14, 2022.
“Tuition, fees continues to rise as pandemic inflation woes hit colleges,” NBC News: Feb 6, 2022.
“High school grads missed out on $3.75 billion of college money last year,” NerdWallet Via MarketWatch: Jan 31, 2022. Note: The takehome? FILL OUT THE FAFSA! If you didn’t last year you missed out on $4,440+ in aid you should have gotten.
“‘Don’t borrow for college,’ warns Harvard-trained economist—here’s why it’s a ‘waste of money’ and ‘far too risky’,” CNBC: Jan 25, 2022.
“Financial Aid Offers Are Negotiable. Here's How to Ask Colleges for More Money (and Get It),” Money: Apr 10, 2021.
“Why Did My Student Financial Aid Decrease?,” Forbes: Apr 2, 2021.
“Your Guide to Decoding Financial Aid Letters and Choosing a College You Can Afford,” Money: Mar 31, 2021.
“These kids were surprised with college scholarships. Here's how you can apply,” ABC News: Mar 31, 2021.
“Here's why more employers are offering student loan repayment assistance,” Fox business: Mar 30, 2021.
“College costs are skyrocketing. Here's how to figure out what you can afford,” Today: Mar 30, 2021.
“College in Utah will cost more next fall — with one exception, Deseret News: Mar 27, 2021.
“Affording College During A Pandemic? Here’s What You Should Know,” Forbes: Mar 10, 2021.
“As some colleges struggle, there may be an opportunity for more aid. Here’s how to negotiate,” CNBC: Feb 27, 2021.
“5 Helpful Tips for Understanding Merit Aid Scholarships,” Your Teen: Feb 22, 2021.
“How To Calculate The ROI Of Your College Choice,” Forbes: Feb 23, 2021.
“COVID pandemic is changing which colleges students want to attend. Here’s how,” The Charlotte Observer: Feb 22, 2021.
“Where states are boosting or slashing higher ed funding amid the pandemic,” PBS News Hour: Feb 18, 2021.
“Pulling Back The Curtain On What You’ll Really Pay For College,” Forbes: Feb 19, 2021.
“5 Things Every Family Should Know About Paying For College,” NPR: February 17, 2021.
“Citing Covid, Department Of Education Urges Colleges To Consider Financial Aid Appeals,” Forbes: Feb 1, 2021.

Articles on Efforts to Make College More Affordable

“How to Find the Right Scholarship for Every Occasion,” Real Simple: Apr 23, 2021.

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