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Students rally against education cuts

March 5, 2012

March 1 marked the National Day of Action for Education at colleges and universities across the country.
Students spent the day protesting on campuses to bring awareness to the decrease in funding for higher education.
"Throughout my whole [college] experience, I've seen things get progressively worse," Temple University senior Diane Isser told Phily.com.
Even President Obama has discussed the increasing cost of a college education.…

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Tips for filing FAFSA

February 24, 2012

The cost of getting a college degree can cause some people to put their dream of pursuing one on hold.
According to the College Board, the average tuition for the 2011-2012 school year at a four-year, public college or university is $8,244 for in-state residents and $12,526 for those who live out-of-state. The average tuition at private, four-year colleges and universities is $28,500.…

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Being prepared for tuition increases

February 23, 2012

No matter how you look at it, pursuing a college degree can be an expensive endeavor.
According to the College Board, the average cost of tuition and fees for the 2011-2012 school year at a four-year, public college or university is $8,244 for in-state residents and $12,526 for those who live out-of-state. At private, four-year colleges and universities, the average tuition is higher - $28,500.…

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Princeton Review releases ‘Best Value’ college list

February 17, 2012

While going to college is an investment in your future, many people worry about the rising cost of getting an education.
According to the College Board, the average tuition for the 2011-2012 school year at a four-year, public college or university is $8,244 for in-state residents and $12,526 for those who live out-of-state. At private, four-year colleges and universities, the average tuition is higher - $28,500.…

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Is student loan debt the next mortgage crisis?

February 15, 2012

A new report is a worthwhile read for anyone considering taking out a student loan to pay for college.
A nationwide survey of bankruptcy lawyers conducted by the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA), found that 81 percent have witnessed the number of individuals with college loan debt increasing either "significantly" or "somewhat" over the past few years.
"The amount of student borrowing crossed the $100 billion threshold for the first time in 2010 and total outstanding loans exceeded $1 trillion for the first time last year," said NACBA president William E.…

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Mom says getting a degree is worth stress, debt

February 2, 2012

When 30-year-old Amy McGregor decided to go to school to get a college degree, she admits that she had no idea what she wanted to study or what she wanted to do once she graduated.
In fact, she told the Montana Kaimin newspaper that money was tight so she enrolled at the University of Montana to take advantage of the student loan money she could get.…

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Officials vote to increase tuition at CT colleges

January 26, 2012

Students at some Connecticut colleges will have to pay more to pursue their dream of getting a degree beginning next year.
The state Board of Regents for Higher Education has voted to increase tuition and fees at four state universities and 12 community colleges by more than 3 percent in the 2012-2013 school year. The vote will mean that some students attending these schools will pay nearly $700 more per year to go to college.…

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Is a private college out of the question?

January 20, 2012

Many mothers deciding whether or not to go to college to pursue their dream of obtaining a bachelor's degree think that the high cost of private colleges make these schools completely unrealistic for someone who is cost-conscious.
In many cases, they are correct. According to U.S. News & World Report, a 2011 survey of undergraduate programs found that the average cost of attending a private college or university is $27,340 per year.…

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Magazine ranks ‘best value’ colleges

January 19, 2012

Mothers who are considering starting or going back to college to pursue a bachelor's degree often have to think about finances first. After all, enrolling in either a part-time or full-time program can be expensive. In addition, there are a lot of additional expenses parents must consider when deciding whether or not to make the move - child care, transportation, books and other supplies, for example.…

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Can you avoid student loans?

January 17, 2012

There is no denying the fact that paying for college can be financially stressful. The Huffington Post recently reported that the average member of the class of 2010 had accrued more than $25,000 in student loan debt upon graduating.
While many people pursue a college degree to ensure their financial independence in the future, being strapped with student loans can make it difficult.…

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