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Go to college despite the job market
Article: This past year provided plenty of arguments to skip college.  Go anyway.
2011-12-27T00:00:00
7 places to find financial aid for adults
Article: Older adults might have an advantage over traditional college students in getting college aid.
2012-02-10T00:00:00
When in Rome, start 529 savings plan
Article: A family living in Rome half of the year can use several college savings vehicles in the U.S.
2012-02-08T00:00:00
Getting tax credit for education expenses
Article: Use the American opportunity credit to help pay college costs, including tools required for school.
2011-08-25T00:00:00
'Pay As You Earn': What students need to know
Article: Federal loans will be cheaper for some borrowers and those who consolidate certain loans.
2012-01-27T00:00:00
Changes afoot in financial aid programs
Article: Fewer students will qualify for grant money, and federal student loans will get more expensive.
2012-01-26T00:00:00
Make the most of your FAFSA application
Article: Score the most financial aid by knowing what assets count against you on the FAFSA form.
2012-01-23T00:00:00
CSS Profile: How to maximize financial aid
Article: Filling out the CSS Profile may result in a lucrative award for private college students.
2012-01-23T00:00:00
College grads struggle to find jobs
Article: College grads have a leg up in the job market, yes? Not in a downturn, they don't. Here's why.
2012-01-20T00:00:00
College student ID doubling as prepaid card
Article: A hybrid payment product lets student IDs double as prepaid cards. Here's what to know.
2012-01-18T00:00:00
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