The Federal Government Expands Access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness
The US Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness program just became more accessible to those who qualify.
Grants, Loans, Scholarships
Ask the King: Should I consider taking out student loans during COVID-19?
Dear King,
I’m considering leveraging federal student loans to pay for college, but I’m worried the current student loan suspension will negatively affect interest rates in the future. Should I be worried?
2020 CARES Act for Student Loan Borrowers
The Financial Aid King understands this is a sensitive and challenging time for many college students, past and present. With most of the world coming to a halt in response to the spread of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) it is becoming increasingly difficult for people to make payments on student loans.
State and federal governments are taking notice and have issued temporary suspensions for payments on student loan debt and interest.
All Types of College Grants
Are you a new or returning student looking for ways to pay for college? There are always the big three: grants, scholarships, and loans, and here, we are going to talk about grants.
Financial Aid for Graduate Students
As a former undergraduate student, you might remember the journey that is the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). If you’re hoping to receive financial aid as a grad student, then that journey shall continue. Even though you’ve successfully completed your bachelor’s degree, you still have to file the FAFSA to receive financial assistance. Sorry, but as we’ve explained, it’s not as hard as you think!
Types of College Scholarships Available
Who doesn’t like free money? You like free money. That’s because you’re smart. We like smart people. Do you know what else we like? Scholarships.
Student Loan Survivor Kit: Choosing the Right Loans for You
Student loans get a bad rap. They can be misunderstood in the same way cats are misunderstood.
Financial Aid for Transfer Students
So, you’re thinking of transferring institutions and wondering if your financial aid will transfer, too.
The answer is yes and no. Because it’s money we’re talking about, and money talk is always complicated.
But, since I am the Financial Aid King, I can (and will) help break it down:
7 Tips for Choosing the Best Student Loans
Signing off on a student loan can be scary, but there are ways to make the repayment process a lot less frightening. We have seven tips for wrestling those loans to the ground, so you can come out on top – from choosing the right loans to begin with to paying down interest while you’re still in school.