The most in-demand jobs change every few years or so. It’s important to keep a close eye on social and technological developments since they contribute greatly the opening of new job fields and required skill sets. As of 2018, jobs with the largest vacant positions are in the health service industry, service positions in every […]
6 Steps to a Successful Financial Aid Appeal Letter
Getting financial aid is just half the time. At times when a student gets financial aid, it isn’t as much as they initially expected or maybe their financial situation changes from the time they applied for the aid and now need more aid. There is also a possibility of being denied the financial aid altogether […]
FAFSA Requirements 2018 – How Can I Get Financial Aid?
The FAFSA application changed from previous years in 2017. You are probably aware that the application is used to apply for financial aid for college. While the application process is slightly different due to security measures, you still need to ensure that you are eligible to apply for the financial aid before you do. Here […]
Where to Find Scholarships for Hispanics?
The Hispanic community in the US is steadily growing. Which is no surprise since the US is made up of immigrants. The Hispanic community is rather large and many colleges and organization have realized that which has prompted them to provide financial aid that is specific for Hispanic students. The first place to look for […]
When Is It Time to Visit Your Financial Aid Advisor?
Thinking about pursuing higher education can cause a lot of headaches. The overall process of application and then also figuring how you will fund your education, the whole process can prove to be quite a lot for most students. That is why you should start as soon as possible to really streamline the process and […]
Can I Get Private School Financial Aid?
Most private schools offer financial aid to students. Some have a specific offering for students which maybe ethnic or merit-based while also based on financial status. It isn’t a walk in the park to get financial aid from a school so you need to be proactive. We have some tips that can help improve your […]
4 Steps to Understanding the ROTC Programs
Chances are that you’ve heard about the ROTC program prior to enrolling in a college program. Chances are that you don’t have a very good idea about what the program is. ROTC stands for Reserve Officers’ Training Corps. The goal of the program is to have college students train for enrollment in the US military. There […]
How to Refinance Student Loans
Most borrowers have options for refinancing their loans and getting access to better conditions. It’s interesting to point out, however, that individuals having student loan debt usually have only a few refinancing possibilities to pick among. Though the number of options is relatively small, it’s still possible to find a student loan refinancing option. Here’s […]
10 Money Saving Tips for College Students
Living the college life is very exciting but it can certainly get expensive. Many students get carried away in their attempts to make the most of their college years, which leads to the accumulation of debt. It’s possible to enjoy your college experience without spending too much. The following money saving tips are practical and […]
Will Applying for Financial Aid Hurt My College Admissions Chances?
Understanding “need-blind” policies in College Admissions Most colleges operate within a ‘need-blind’ agenda which basically states that financial need will have no role in the admission decisions for low-income students. Further stating that financial need is not to be treated as a negative characteristic for those low-income students who desire college. On the flip […]