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What is a Parent PLUS Loan? All You Need to Know
The rising cost of a college education is forcing more and more parents to step in to help their children pay for college, and they often have to resort to loans. In November 2018, the Brookings Institution reported that at least 3.4 million people borrow Parent PLUS loans, and they owe nearly $90 billion (not Read More
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All You Need to Know About Pell Grants
Pell Grants can be one of the best resources for college students in need of extra money to help pay for their education. These grants are awarded and disbursed by the federal government. Unlike loans, recipients don’t have to pay back Pell Grants. This is, essentially, free money to students who could use some help Read More
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How to Pay for College As an International Student
U.S. college education is expensive. Especially for international students, who are not eligible for a lot of federal benefits, having to worry about money while living in a foreign country is not easy. However, the mission is not impossible. While options may be fewer and restrictions tighter, the amount of financial aid awarded to international Read More
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The Rise of Collegiate Gaming and Esports Scholarships
Avid gamers whose parents nag at them for playing video games too much can now plead: “I’m playing to improve my game and get an esports scholarship for college.” Esports is a form of organized, multiplayer video game competition played for spectators. People who hear about esports for the first time might scoff. But the Read More
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Financial Aid Appeal: How to Make Your Case and Get More Money
Acceptance letters come with a price tag. That’s not a surprise. But what may come as a surprise to many students and families is that colleges are more likely than you think to say “yes” to your request for more aid. And that is exactly what a financial aid appeal is — a request for help. Read More
