Making the right college selection should never be a last-minute task for students or their parents. It is a common mistake that leads to further disappointments and can have the opposite effect on one’s career. Many students get satisfied by only being admitted to a high-quality university. And for that, they only struggle to meet…
Ever wondered how you and your kids will relax to make decisions on college planning? This decision making is crucial especially when financial pressure is high and skyrocketing. For this reason, it is paramount to keep in mind the worlds of Joe Allen, the University of Southern California former dean. In his words, ‘no perfect…
My guess is that you didn’t know that saving money on college is all about Toasters and Tesla, but here is a test to prove it! Say you want to buy a toaster and you have done all of the necessary homework to make a purchase. After scouring the internet you identify the single best…
When your household income is over $100,000, by all means, you shouldn’t be just “scraping by”. However, things are getting difficult when it comes to the middle class and college planning, as the family may make too much to qualify for scholarships and grants, and too little to pay for a higher education in…
From time immemorial, the right to education has always been one of man’s fundamental human rights. But today, the reverse is the case. This is because the current scenario will bring one to the realization that some students are not enjoying this basic right. It is affecting the children of the ‘lower classes’ due to…
Effective college planning and saving in this economic downturn is not an easy task for parents. Even when one has the intention to save, setting money aside when there are several other bills to pay on the table is ever challenging. But don’t be carried away by the idea that you cannot save. Because…
Different factors such as location, class size, and academic majors usually come to mind at the thought of choosing a college. More so, one may as well take earning potential into consideration. This is because a college education is now one of the second-biggest expenses one may likely make in his or her lifetime as…