Paying for college begins here
Have these deadlines passed? Click here for our most recent list of scholarships! Want a PDF copy of this list of scholarships sent right to your Facebook inbox? Click the button below. Schools out and summer is in full swing and while it’s tempting for your student to want to hit the beach and make…
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At The Scholarship System, one of our core beliefs is to avoid student loan debt or limit it to the lowest amount possible. While sometimes it can be inevitable, we always stress that there are two sides to graduating debt-free: reducing the amount of money needed and earning debt-free money to cover what you do…
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The idea of paying for college is stressful for students and their parents alike. Add to that the complexity surrounding financial aid packets and student loans, and it’s no wonder many people feel overwhelmed. To help you navigate through these mysterious waters, and provide you with some peace of mind, here is an overview designed…
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Want a PDF copy of this list of scholarships sent right to your Facebook inbox? Click the button below. The end of school year is nearing and your student’s attention is probably focused on finishing up the school year BUT scholarship deadlines are flying by! Great news though…it’s not too late! NOW is the opportunity for…
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Student loans are a burden. They are often large debts, leaving borrowers saddled with massive monthly payments for years, even decades. And that’s what makes finding careers that will pay off student loans enticing. While it sounds like a thing of myth, these options actually do exist. There are careers that will pay off student…
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Once the applications are processed and the acceptance letters roll in, it’s easy to get excited, especially if your child got accepted by their dream school. But, acceptance isn’t everything. Financial aid packages are usually quick to follow, detailing exactly what kind of support your student will receive while they pursue their education. And, just…
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Let’s face facts; making a college decision is hard for students. Typically, they have limited information about what their life will be like at the school, and it can take a significant amount of time to determine which option is best for them. If your child has been wait-listed at their top choice school, their…
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As college decision day draws closer, many students are still scrambling to make sure they have enough money to pay for college. In most cases, your child will have their financial aid award letters available, providing you with enough information to determine what they will need to pay for college at the schools where they’ve…
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Everyone knows that college is expensive. Often, students have to take out loans to make obtaining a degree possible, leaving them wondering what they could do to pay down student loans faster. Having a significant debt load hanging over their heads is burdensome, affecting their ability to acquire other financial products and requiring a serious chunk…
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At this point, most parents have heard about 529 plans. Perhaps you’ve even used one to save for your child’s college expenses. These college savings plans give families the ability to stash some cash away and earn tax-free interest to help their student pay for college expenses. One of the biggest questions parents have about…
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