When we are little we dream of becoming something special. Whether it is a doctor, nurse, councillor, horse trainer, or simply a banker we have the right to choose our paths in life. So what happens when your parents want you to go to one college and you want to go to another? Parents always [...]
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Managing your money in college
Posted by chasity on January 27th, 2012
Now that you are off to college, you are worry free right? NO you certainly are not. For us students that don’t have their parents transferring money into our bank accounts every month, we have to be money smart! I have had so many of my friends struggle with money while they were in college and literally had to [...]
A Student’s Guide to Credit and Credit Cards
Posted by swaphr on September 14th, 2011
If you’re a college student, or about to become one, chances are you’re thinking about getting a credit card. In fact, you may have already received numerous offers for student credit cards, and you’re wondering which one is the right type of credit card for you. Here’s another great article from Student Finance Domain that [...]
Hit the Bank Before you hit the Books
Posted by swaphr on September 14th, 2011
Getting ready for college can be an exciting and sometimes overwhelming experience. You’ve got some big decisions to make – many that you’ve never even had to consider before. Like selecting the right student banking products for your individual situation and lifestyle. Here’s a great article from www.studentfinancedomain.com that provides you with helpful advice on [...]
50 Smart and Easy Ways to Save Money in College
Posted by swaphr on September 9th, 2011
Finding college a little more expensive than you expected? Check out these tips to help you save cash during the college years—I’ve used a lot of them myself (and now that I’m paying of student loans, I’m finding even more!) School & Textbooks 1. Try to get a tuition discount. (Fox College Funding’s founder, Deborah [...]
Student Loans
Posted by swaphr on September 9th, 2011
Here’s a great article from the New York Times containing lots of great advice out student loans. Student loans have become an indispensable tool for families trying to pay the soaring cost of higher education, which at some private colleges and universities now tops $50,000 a year. The types of loans available fall into three [...]
Student Finance: Money Matters
Posted by swaphr on September 9th, 2011
Here’s a great article from Dan Brown that provides you with the best ways for students to fund there way a higher education. On average, students come out of higher education with around £17,500 worth of debt, but this need not be as scary as it sounds. By taking the available student loans and grants [...]
Top 10 Tips for University and College Students
Posted by swaphr on August 29th, 2011
Here’s a great article from www.organizeit.co.uk listing some of the top 10 things university and college students should know! 1. Get organized As a student you will no doubt have so much paperwork and information coming into you, that it is important to have some system in place so you don’t get overwhelmed, especially with [...]