FREE TRAINING: How I Secured 6-Figures in Scholarships & Graduated Debt-Free
Yes, I want in!Paying for college begins here
I am always careful to say “you can GET PAID to go to college” in fear of backlash but, in fact, it is possible. How do I know? Well, I was able to do it (receiving an overage check each semester to help pay for room and board, books and other educational expenses).. and so was…
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When your child chooses a college, not all of the associated expenses are under their control. However, they can manage their student housing costs by making smart choices. But, there are more factors in play than you may realize, and there are a surprising number of options available. To help your child navigate their student…
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While a lot of parents and students know that scholarships are an excellent way to ensure a student has a shot at graduating from college debt-free, many people aren’t sure where to get started with scholarships. Everything from where your child should begin their search to how to vet scholarship opportunities to how to complete…
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Many students (and parents) assume that they don’t need to worry about scholarships until they are getting ready for their senior year. But failing to take action now means winning a scholarship could be more challenging in the future, making it harder to secure enough funds to finish college debt-free. If your student is trying…
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A financial movement is catching FIRE across the nation. Financial independence and retire early, or FIRE, focuses on achieving money- and retirement-related goals early in life, allowing people to exit the working world at a younger age or have the option for pursuing less lucrative employment options because they make them happy. It gives followers…
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We all know that going to college is expensive. Many students turn to financial aid to help make the cost more manageable but, depending on the family’s income level, their options may be limited. A lot of financial aid, such as grants and certain scholarships, are need-based. This means some families could be disqualified from…
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Many students struggle with how to pay for their education, making companies that offer tuition reimbursement and education-oriented financial assistance particularly attractive. But, can you find a job that pays for college that doesn’t require a degree or a 40-hour work week? Surprisingly, the answer is yes! Tuition reimbursement may not have been on your…
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Many adults struggle with the question “should parents pay for college” in regards to their children. And, why wouldn’t they? Common convention often recommends adults with kids start saving for their future tuition needs, and some even forgo retirement planning to do it. It’s not a surprise really. Parents often feel that their children’s needs…
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For many, the idea of working while going to college is less than ideal. No one wants to have to add a job to their list of responsibilities surrounding their education. However, having a source of income may be a necessity. And that’s what makes finding high-paying jobs for college students so critical. If your…
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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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