Paying for a college education with scholarships is an amazing opportunity. Since scholarship money doesn’t have to be paid back, it allows students to graduate with less debt by making it easier to avoid student loans. But many students (and parents) wonder, do you have to pay taxes on scholarships? Or are scholarships tax-free? Taxes…
At some point in every student’s life, they are probably going to suffer from performance anxiety in school. The occasional bout of anxiety is a normal part of life. However, if feelings of anxiety are prolonged, interfere with daily activities, or keep getting worse over time, it might not be typical anxiety; it could be…
Taking a gap year is becoming increasingly popular. Many students decide to pause their academic life to volunteer, travel, gain professional skills, or explore career options. While a gap year can certainly be beneficial – when properly managed – it also comes with risks. Here’s a look at what a gap year is, what it…
…the ideal time actually would have been earlier. So when exactly should your child start applying for scholarships? In this post, we break down the ‘scholarship seasons’ and let you know exactly when your child should start looking for the big bucks for college.
If college is in your student’s future, but they aren’t moving in the right direction, figuring out how to motivate a teenager for college can be a challenge. Luckily there are ways you can help as a parent, but determining the reason behind your student’s procrastination is critical. Here is how to get started. If…
Figuring out how to pay for your child’s college education can be daunting. If your student has a shortfall, then figuring out if any personal assets are viable options for making up the difference is wise. Even if your child could cover it with student loans, choosing to use certain personal assets to pay for…
When it comes to paying for college, scholarships are hard to be. The money doesn’t have to be repaid and opportunities are fairly plentiful, often being offered by states, companies, and a variety of philanthropic organizations. While the idea of getting money from scholarships is often appealing, the actual process of applying usually isn’t. It…
Most parents want to help their child pay for college. After all, a college education can help set them up for future success, and the cost of attending can be quite high. In some cases, this leads parents to consider using their retirement savings to help their child pay for college. This includes 401k withdrawals…
Let’s face it. Life is busy. The days are short and having time to sit down and read all there is to know about prepping your student for college can be overwhelming and downright stressful! But what if there was a way to learn much of what you need to know about the college process…
As a parent to two college students, I was highly involved in their high school careers. They at times appreciated this support and at other times wanted more independence. Still, the scholarship process was a team effort for all of us. One area where I took the lead due to them being busy with high…
