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Ways To Save Money In The College Search Process

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

The one mistake many families make is budgeting for college is overlooking how much they spend even before their student leaves high school. And it’s not just the applications that cost. Families spend a substantial amount on the college search process itself. Here are some ways you can save money on the college search process. …

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How Can I Stick To A Personal Budget In College?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

One of the most important (and scariest) things you may experience as a college student is sticking to a budget. It doesn’t sound like much fun, but unless you happen to be independently wealthy, sticking to a personal budget is something you will have to get used to while you are in college. The plethora …

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What is the Coverdell ESA College Savings Plan?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

The Coverdell ESA Plan is an excellent option for family members who are looking for ways to save for a child’s college education. It works as a long-term investment, where you put some money away every year towards your designated beneficiary’s education. Benefits of the Coverdell ESA Plan The Coverdell ESA (Education Savings Account) Plan …

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Three Ways to Generate Passive Income for Students

By Eugene KalnykLast updated on December 22, 2022

College life is not always a super affordable one, in fact, it is one of the more taxing periods of time in a young adult’s life. Tuition, housing, expenses, additional activities, the costs keep piling up and piling up. Because of the high tuition prices and general expenses, banks have been offering student loans to …

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5 Financial Apps All College Students Should Know About

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Most teenagers get their first experience with handling their own finances in college. If you have never handled money before, this can be a reality check as you realize you can no longer depend on your parents for pocket money or planning expenses.  Fortunately, technology has made this transition easier with several apps to help …

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How Students Can Help Their Parents Pay For College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Saving up for their child’s education is one of the biggest stressors for parents in the U.S. It comes a close second to saving up to buy their own home. Unfortunately, despite saving as much as they can, many parents cannot afford to fund their child’s education from their own private funds, and taking loans …

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Four Sensible Money Habits all College Students Should Have

By Veselina DzhingarovaLast updated on December 22, 2022

As a college student, the way you manage your money now will have a significant impact on the rest of your life financially. Your habits now pertaining to borrowing, spending and saving will all affect your financial future, credit score, and your ability to manage your money as a graduate. Whether your credit rating is …

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Pros And Cons Of Being A Tutor

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Becoming a tutor is a great way to earn some extra part time cash as a college student. In addition to being a satisfying part time job, it can be lucrative and offers considerable flexibility. You could tutor fellow college students, local high schoolers, or even middle schoolers too. But along with the positives, there …

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Don’t Think You Can Afford College? Look At The Net Price

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Have you hesitated to include a college on your shortlist only because the fees quoted on the brochure seem completely unaffordable? It may be time to reconsider. A college that seems way too expensive for you, may in fact be surprisingly affordable. Sticker Price vs. Net Price The fact is there are two prices for …

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How to Balance College Cost With Value

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Are you worried about going into debt to attend college? You’re absolutely not alone. Thousands of students fret over this and some even skip college out of fear of debt. However, there are ways to help you look at cost versus value when it comes to your education. Cost vs. Value When it comes to …