How Much Is Coding Boot Camp?
Key takeaways The average in-person coding boot camp costs $13,584 and the average online boot camp costs $12,898. Community colleges may offer coding boot camps for under $3,000 and some…
Cecilia Clark
Cecilia is a student loans writer with NerdWallet, where she helps readers navigate the landscape around college finances. Before coming to NerdWallet, she served as an army officer and then as a freelance cybersecurity writer. Cecilia has a BA in English and an MEd in Teaching and Learning English.
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What Are FFEL Loans?
Key takeaways FFEL loans are federally backed loans that were originally funded by private companies. The FFEL Program ended in 2010, and some FFEL loans are now owned by the…
Is Sallie Mae a Federal or Private Loan?
Key takeaways All Sallie Mae loans taken out since 2014 are private. The best way to determine if you have federal or private student loans is to check studentaid.gov. If…
Is Navient a Federal or Private Loan?
Key takeaways Navient services federal and private student loans and provides private student loan refinancing. The best way to determine if you have federal or private students loans is to…
Verto Education Review: Gap Year Program
The bottom line: Verto Education is a gap year program provider that partners with colleges to enable students to take a gap year and still graduate on their original four-year…
The FAFSA Just Opened: Why You Should Apply Now
An influx of college financial aid applications this year means that money could run out for students who don’t file early. Due to financial strain caused by COVID-19, nearly 40%…
How to Finance a Gap Year
Unless a family member is going to pay for your gap year, you might need to get creative in how you finance it. Funding choices depend on the type of…
How Do I Know If My Student Loans Are Federal?
Most student loans are federal. But if you’re not sure about yours, here are three easy ways you can check. » MORE: Government student loans: What are the benefits? Check…
Is Tuition Insurance Worth It?
Tuition insurance, which pays out if you need to leave school, can be worth the cost if your college does not have a sufficient refund or medical withdrawal policy. Schools…
Should Students Gamble on an Income Share Agreement?
Students watching the COVID-19 pandemic play out have reason to be wary of taking on additional loans for college. With what could be a slow economic recovery, signing up for…
