College is a time of greater freedom and personal growth. It’s also an ideal time to learn and put in place personal finance habits that can last a lifetime.
by Pam HillCollege is considered a valuable tool to those who want to secure a job with a great salary and benefits. However, the cost of college tuition increases about 8 percent every year, which means it doubles every nine years.
by Nailah HerbertOn September 9, Amazon announced they would be covering their employees’ college tuition fees. The CEO of Worldwide Consumer at Amazon, Dave Clark, said the company will invest a total of $1.2 billion by 2025 for more than 750,000 front-line workers.
by Sheena AllenDespite the continued reluctance from the NCAA, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of college athletes. On July 1, 2021, a new federal bill was passed, stating that college athletes could receive compensation for their name, image, and likeness (NIL).
by Matin VarshochiAttending college comes with a high cost, and unfortunately, not everyone has the financial capability to pay off their tuition in full. One of these methods is applying for and obtaining scholarships. Below are some of the top scholarships we gathered that are now open to college students.
by Sheena AllenIf you are either an upcoming or current college student, you should constantly be looking at scholarships and grants as your first choice to pay for college instead of setting for student loans. After all, free money over student loan debt wins every time.
by Viviana VazquezCongratulations on your graduation! Whether you’re preparing to go off to college as an undergraduate, graduate school, or starting a career, it is crucial to be mindful of your financial foundation as you begin the next chapter of your life.
by CapWayIt's graduation season, which also means celebrations and gifts! Although cash envelopes are a long-time gift that virtually anyone can appreciate, we encourage graduates to party with a financial purpose.
by Viviana VazquezDespite receiving financial assistance through student loans, college could become expensive, and paying for all the necessary expenses can be difficult. Below are some tips to ensure that your money stretches until the end of the year.
by Nailah HerbertIf you are a college student that lives far away from home, you may feel overwhelmed by thinking about travel expenses. As a college student, funds may be limited.
by Nailah Herbert