If school was free, I’d never stop going. I happily declare that. Unfortunately, the cost of an undergraduate education is on the rise and decoding...

The intricacies of being recruited as a student athlete largely depend on the sport you play. For a general overview of the process, including...

When you are analyzing a financial aid award letter, here is a critically important question that you absolutely must answer: is this award good enough...

Knowing how to appeal merit scholarships and need-based financial aid awards could ultimately save you thousands of dollars. Here are 10 things that you...

All of the various components of the college application process can be complicated. So read on for terms and definitions from A-C! This will ensure...

Most scholarships require more than just a simple application. You may be asked to complete a number of additional requirements, such as an essay, a...

Our college expert Mark Kantrowitz answers your questions about college and financial aid. 

Q: Do I have to pay back the money I get from FAFSA...

With school, extracurriculars, your part-time job and sports, it’s tempting to wait until the last minute and submit your scholarship applications. But before you do, ask for...

Understanding student loans is hard, but repaying them doesn't have to be confusing. 

After a student graduates or drops below half-time enrollment, their loan will enter a...

Financial aid award letters can be cryptic and confusing. Figuring out how much each college will cost you can be challenging.

There isn’t yet an...

Understanding your financial aid award letter can be complicated, but there's no reason to avoid talking to your college's financial aid office if you need more...

Student loan scams have become much more common over the past few years. Federal and state consumer protection agencies are starting to take action against...

We all know college is expensive. Average student loan debt has skyrocketed in recent years - some experts put the average student's debt burden at...

Student and parent assets can affect the student’s chances of getting grants and other need-based financial aid. There are, however, several steps you can...

There are a lot of misconceptions and myths surrounding financial aid and the FAFSA and we understand why. It certainly can be confusing! Unfortunately, certain...