Should You Use a HELOC to Pay Your Kid’s College Tuition?
Home equity could provide an ample source of college funding, but borrowing against it is a financially risky move.
2024 High School Grads Could Face Nearly $37K in College Debt
How Children of Veterans Can Go to College for Free
Military families have more financial aid opportunities than the general public — if you plan ahead.
How Much It Costs To Study Abroad (and How To Pay for It)
The average study abroad semester costs up to $15,000, but there are ways to lower the bill.
What to Do Instead of College: 6 Alternatives to Consider
Options like community college, apprenticeships and volunteering can set you up for a career — no bachelor’s degree needed.
How to Complain About Your Student Loan Bill
If you can’t resolve an issue directly with your servicer, here’s how to file a student loan complaint that gets results.
How to Manage Your Student Loans After a Layoff
If you lost your income and have federal loans, an income-driven repayment plan can temporarily shrink your payments to $0.
Does Failing a Class Affect Financial Aid?
Check your school’s academic performance policy to know what happens to your federal financial aid if you fail a class. Satisfactory academic progress is the standard students must meet to remain eligible for federal financial aid.
2023 High School Grads Could Take on $37K in College Debt
6 Best Websites for Scholarships
Apply for as many scholarships as you qualify for to improve your chances of getting the most free money for college.
Who Owns My Student Loans?
Find and connect with your student loan servicer to determine who owns your loan and the benefits available to you.
‘Fresh Start’ Program Helps Defaulted Student Loan Borrowers
Enrollment for the government’s Fresh Start program — which returns defaulted loans to "current" — closed Oct. 2, 2024.
College-Bound Grads Could Exit With Nearly $40K in Student Loan Debt
College-bound high school graduates will amass thousands in debt. Many will share this debt with their parents.
Is Grad School Worth It?
Graduate school can be worth it if the degree substantially boosts your career and earnings potential.
Aidvantage Customer Service: What It Can Do and How to Contact
Aidvantage is a federal student loan servicer that manages loans. You can reach their customer service department at: 800-722-1300.
What Happens Next If Your Student Loans Are Forgiven?
If your federal student loans are forgiven, you could get a refund, and you might see your credit score dip.
How to Go Back to School With Defaulted Student Loans
You can’t go back to school with defaulted student loans until you get out of default.
How to Transfer Student Loans to Another Lender
Student loan consolidation or refinance may be the best way to transfer your loans to another lender.
College-Bound Grads Could Exit With $38K Student Loan Debt
There are a number of ways to cut down on the amount borrowed for a bachelor's degree before, during and after college.
College Costs Far Outpace Wages Many Students Could Earn
Working can help cover college costs, but avoiding student loan debt with a part-time job is nearly impossible.