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The Student Loan Income Based Repayment Program
In July 2009, the Department of Education began a new Income Based Repayment program for paying back federal student loans. Monthly payments will be determined by income. more...
How to Make Extra Money as a College Student
Need some extra money? Try house sitting, tutoring, moving furniture, cleaning houses, and finding other creative ways to supplement your income. more...
529 College Savings Account Plans
One of the easiest ways to save and invest money for educational expenses is through a state administered 529 college savings account plan. more...
Financial Aid Package Questions to Ask Colleges
When looking at prospective colleges and universities, find out as much as you can about financial aid packages, including need and merit based aid and average loan debt. more...
Financial Aid & Scholarship Scams
Looking for money for college? It's out there -- but unfortunately, so are financial aid scams that are looking to cash in. Here's how to avoid these ripoffs. more...
How to Reduce Student Loan Debt
Graduating college with thousands of dollars of debt is not the ideal way to begin your life in the working world. Here are some tips on how to graduate with less debt. more...
College Student Money Saving Tips
College students: need some money saving ideas to stretch your budget? Here are some tips that will make your wallet fatter. more...
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Special Education Teacher Loan Forgiveness
By: Jennifer Ciotta
Educators who teach in the field of special education can qualify for full cancellation of their Perkins student debt. Learn how to apply for this program. more...
By: Jennifer Ciotta
Educators who teach in low income schools can qualify for full cancellation of their Perkins student loans. Learn how to apply for this program. more...
Perkins Student Loans Cancellation
By: Jennifer Ciotta
A little known fact about the Peace Corps is that volunteers reap financial benefits too. Learn about how a volunteer can opt to cancel federal Perkins loans. more...
By: Jennifer Ciotta
Many people would like to receive college tax benefits, but don't know how. Learn how to do a 529 plan comparison to decide if it's the right financial investment. more...
Credit Card Terms and Definitions for Students
From learning about secured credit cards, to co-signers to pre-paid credit cards and more, it is imperative that students learn about terms of their student credit cards. more...
By: Jennifer Ciotta
President Barack Obama signed national community service legislation to expand AmeriCorps. Learn how this law will help students in paying off student loans. more...
Student Loan Interest Consolidation
By: Jennifer Ciotta
When tax season comes around, recent graduates can qualify for an education tax deduction. Learn how to write off student loan interest for 2009. more...
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