financial aid

Don’t Become Part of the Statistic: Educate Yourself about Financial Aid and Student Loans Early!

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

There are two shocking statistics that have people worried about the price of college. 1) The average American college student graduates with nearly $37,000 in student loan debt. 2) Collectively, Americans owe nearly $1.3 trillion in student loan debt. Those are pretty scary numbers, to say the least. So how do you avoid becoming part …

scholarships

4 More Unique Scholarships!

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

As you’re looking for scholarships, you notice a lot of them ask you to just write essays, or have generic requirements. But who said that searching for financial aid had to be boring? There are countless fun and unique scholarships for students out there waiting for you to apply to them. These just happen to …

student loans

Can GPA Affect My Ability to Get a Student Loan?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

After exhausting their financial aid opportunities for scholarships, grants, and work studies, many students turn to take out a loan. There are a host of things that affect students’ chances of earning a student loan, and GPA is definitely one of them. So in short: Yes. In terms of Federal Student loans (which should be …

scholarship search & applications

The Two Kinds of Scholarships

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

When financial aid is concerned, it’s important to explore every opportunity available—and thoroughly! Scholarships are, perhaps, the most ideal way to pay for a college education. Since scholarships fall under the category of “gift-aid” they do not have to be paid back, unlike student loans. So essentially, scholarships are free money. There are primarily two …

college admissions

Questions YOU Should Ask in a College Interview

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Typically, when it comes to a college interview you’re the one answering the questions instead of asking them. However, when the interview draws to a close most interviewers will ask the student, “Do you have any questions for me?” Your answer should always be YES! What Should You Expect in a College Interview? Not all …

scholarship search & applications

Questions To Ask Your Scholarship Provider

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Don’t know something? Ask! It’s always important to seek clarification to confirm or clear up confusion. This rings especially true when dealing with financial aid and your future college education. So if you have questions surrounding a scholarship, best ask the provider themselves! Here are a few things you should definitely clarify: How much is …

scholarship search & applications

Common Mistakes Students Make While Searching for Scholarships

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Scholarships and grants are the ideal way to pay for college. Scholarships are gift-aid, so you don’t need to pay them back after graduating. Awarded for multiple reasons, there’s a scholarship out there for everyone. Do you have great grades? What about pursuing a certain academic interest? Super involved in your community? Are you part …

ACT & SAT

What are SAT Subject Tests?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

The standard SAT format includes sections on Reading, Math, Writing & Language, and an optional essay. But did you know there are additional, optional tests you could take? In fact, there are twenty! What are the SAT Subject Tests? The SAT Subject Tests focus on specific subjects and are an opportunity for a student to …

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Are Scholarships Considered Taxable Income?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Money always seems to be fraught with complications. Who wants to worry about taxes while figuring out financial aid and how to pay for your college education. Hopefully, this article will help clarify and simplify some questions you may have. So, are scholarships taxable income? It depends on what you use their funds for. Tuition …