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Did you know that you do not need to demonstrate financial need to qualify for a work study at school?  Both federal and non-federal work-study programs exist.
Federal work-study programs are based on demonstrated financial need.  An individual must meet certain eligibility requirements and complete a FAFSA.  On your FAFSA you will [...]

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We all know that college is undoubtedly expensive. It is one of the biggest financial investments a person makes in his or her lifetime. I’ve been out of college for a little over a year now and know that paying for college will be on my mind every month until my student loans are paid [...]

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As you head back to school, some back to school financial aid tips…

Avoid credit reps on campus. You don’t need that free t-shirt, and a lot of inquires can hurt your FICO score.  (Your FICO score is used to determine your eligibility for student loans and other credit products.)
Make a budget BEFORE [...]

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Friday Rant!
Did you hear the good news about the 2009-2010 academic year? In addition to the increase in Pell Grant money (which is great for students), Federal Stafford loan funds have been increased by $2,000! Terrific, let’s poor more student loan debt on the children of tomorrow.
Do you know what happens when the federal reserve [...]

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A scholarship is defined as a sum of money or aid granted to a student, because of merit, need, or other, to pursue his or her studies. That seems pretty straight forth, with the exception of the “other” category. It is this category I would like to discuss further.
When I was going to [...]

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I grew up like most kids, loving the October Halloween month. I had a license to be bad and wasn’t afraid to use it. Snickers, KitKat’s, Reese’s Peanut Butter cups, & Twix were the sweet objects of my affection. And yes, my waistline reflected my sinful indulgence, but I wasn’t trying to impress anyone. Today [...]

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