Driven by a recent surge in California completions and large gains from Texas, probably as a result of the state’s newly-implemented universal FAFSA policy, the class of 2022 has 2.5%…
A growing number of employers recognize the stress associated with preparing for or repaying the cost of post-secondary education. If higher education is on your horizon, it’s an ideal time…
As the name implies, the FAFSA is completely free and gives you access to federal aid to make paying for college easier. Three reasons to fill out the FAFSA: 1.…
In this interview, you will hear from Patricia Roberts. Roberts has decades of experience in the college savings industry working with financial services organizations like Merrill Lynch, Citi, and Alliance…
Access California Education WE LOVE OUR CHILDREN. And, we want the best for them. These simple facts are why we work to provide every opportunity for our kids to succeed—the…
Even though repayment usually starts six months after graduation or you drop below half-time enrollment, you can choose to start repaying your loans while still in school to get a…
As few families are able to save enough money to finance college in its entirety out of their college savings accounts, most parents are faced with the quandary of how…
College is an amazing opportunity to learn, grow, and make life-changing friends and memories. But since many parents of first-generation college students can’t speak from experience about thriving in college,…
The cost of college rises every year—forcing parents to decide if they will compromise the dream of helping their kid go to college and limit their shot at a great…
It can be challenging to pay for a college term in one lump sum. That's where installment plans come in. 1. College payment plans are like no-interest loans. Deferred payment…
These common assumptions about paying for college can unfortunately influence parents and students to take missteps in their college planning. 1. If my parents save for college, it will hurt…
With so many schools, it is important to understand options for financing your student’s degree. Government aid: Both federal and state governments give aid based on data provided on the…