If you’re thinking about going to college online but you’re worried that you won’t be eligible for the same of type of financial aid that you’d get at a traditional school, rest easy. Most accredited online colleges and universities accept the same federal financial aid as brick-and-mortar schools. That means that students at many online schools will generally be eligible for aid from FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. However, some online schools, such as Penn Foster, have a different type of accreditation and do not accept federal financial aid.  ..read more

One of the few not-awful things to come out of the pandemic was that the feds gave people a break from paying their student loans.  But nothing lasts forever and that’s true for the student loan payment "pause." As of February 1, 2022, you'll need to start making those payments again. We’ll walk you through what’s new and what your options are ..read more

If you’re a student loan borrower whose loan is being serviced by Navient, you may have heard the company is going to be transferring its loans to another company. What does that mean for you? There is a lot going on behind the scenes, but the good news is the impact on you should be minimal. But you should still know what’s happening. Below, we’ve got a breakdown of what’s changing and what you need to know ..read more

You may have heard that Granite State Management is going to stop servicing federal student loans. If they service your loan, you’re probably wondering what that means for you. We’ve got the information you’re looking for. Read on for the latest ..read more

If you have a student loan serviced by FedLoan you may have heard that the company will be transferring its loans to other companies. What does that mean for you? The good news: You don’t have to do much. But the process can sure sound confusing, so it’s understandable if you have questions. Keep reading for a breakdown of what you need to know ..read more

There are lot of things to worry about when you send your kid off to college for the first time. For most parents, how to keep them safe when you’re not entirely sure what they’re doing is a top concern.  We’ve got the info you need to know what’s going on now, and how you can best prepare your student to make wise decisions on their own ..read more

Move-in day is still a few weeks away, and let's be honest: Some of you may be trying to ignore the upcoming date. It's understandable. There's a real challenge (physical and emotional) of sending your recent high school student off to college.  We get that. Better yet, we have tips on how you can plan and prep now to make that process easier in the long run — and help you relax and enjoy these last few weeks with your kid still at home.  ..read more

It’s a fact of life: Most college students simply don’t have the credit history to qualify for private student loans on their own. It’s also true that not everyone who needs a cosigner has someone who’s able to fill that role.  If that sounds like you, we’ve got your back. Read on for some ideas you can use to get past this obstacle.  ..read more

It's probably not a newsflash that  women are still largely outnumbered by their male counterparts in science and engineering. What might be news: More colleges and employers are making it a priority to get women into STEM fields—and they're making financial investments to back that up. That means there are ever-increasing options for female students who are hunting for scholarships. Here's how to find that sweet "free money" to help fund your STEM education.  ..read more

After last year’s challenges finding internships and job opportunities, you may be worried about how college student will fare this year in their search. The news is mixed –but not hopeless. Read on for the latest and to find out how you can best support your student in staying on track to achieve their goals despite finishing school during such a chaotic time ..read more