Student Finance
Paying for College
Financial Aid for LGBTQ+ College Students
LGBTQ+ students can run into institutional barriers when it comes to financial aid. Find our tips for navigating grants, loans, and LGBTQ+ scholarships.
by Lyss Welding
Updated May 15, 2023
8 Ways Moms Can Afford Going Back to School
Moms interested in going back to college shouldn’t stop themselves because of the cost. Explore your options to offset tuition and childcare costs.
by Kristen Grau
Updated July 29, 2024
9 Ways Dads Can Afford Going Back to School
Going to school as a dad isn’t easy, but it shouldn’t leave you broke. Find grants for single fathers, scholarships for dads, and more savings tips.
by Lyss Welding
Updated March 22, 2023
Can You Get Financial Aid With a Felony?
Convicted felons have financial aid opportunities to help pay for college both while in prison and after being released.
by Lauren Ward
Updated August 30, 2024
Student Loans
The Student’s Guide to College Loans
Federal vs. Private Student Loans: What’s the Difference?
A Complete Guide to Paying Off Student Loans
A Complete Guide to Private Student Loans
Are Loans Really That Bad? The Pros and Cons of Student Loans
How to Avoid Student Loan Forgiveness Scams
How to Pay Off Student Loans Fast: 9 Useful Hacks
What Can Student Loans Be Used For?
What Happens If You Don’t Pay Your Student Loans?
Budgeting & Saving
The Student’s Guide to Budgeting in College
The Student’s Guide to Saving for College
Is It Cheaper to Live On or Off Campus?
Do College Meal Plans Save Students Money?
A Complete Guide to Investing for College Students
Best Credit Cards for Students
Adulting 101: How to Pay Bills in College
7 Tips to Decorate Your Dorm on a Budget
How to Build Credit in College: 7 Essential Tips for Students
Scholarships
The Student’s Guide to College Scholarships and Grants
12 Scholarships for First-Generation College Students
Scholarships for Asian American and Pacific Islander Students
Scholarships for International Students
Scholarships for Community College Students
Scholarships for Social Work Majors
College Scholarships for LGBTQ+ Students
Becas Para Estudiantes Hispanos
Scholarships for Adults and Nontraditional Students
Taxes
Tax Filing Guide: Filing Taxes as a Student
by Lyss Welding
Updated June 9, 2023
How DACA Students Pay Federal Taxes
by Lyss Welding
Updated June 21, 2022
Should I Claim My College Student as a Dependent?
by Beth Walton
Updated October 10, 2024
Tax Quiz
Student Finance for Parents
A Complete Guide to the FAFSA for Parents
by Kristen Grau
Updated June 10, 2022
A Complete Guide to Parent PLUS Loans
by Lyss Welding
Updated June 9, 2022
All Financial Planning Resources
What Is the Florida Student Assistance Grant Program?
by Anne Dennon
Updated October 10, 2023
20+ Scholarships for Illinois Students
by James Mielke
Updated July 28, 2023
My Top 7 Tips for Finding College Scholarships in High School
by Madison May
Updated May 19, 2023
How to Pay Back Student Loans Once Payments Resume
by Kristen Grau
Updated May 4, 2022
6 Ways College Finances Affect Mental Health
by Lyss Welding
Updated May 16, 2022
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