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…
What would you do if someone gave you $100 to do good with? To pay forward any way you’d like? This past holiday season, this happened to me and it was one of the most rewarding things I did all year (in addition to providing students with $1,700 in scholarships through The Scholarship System’s 2nd annual…
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…
Once your child has a scholarship interview scheduled, they are likely wondering how best to approach the meeting. Facing a panel of interviewers can be intimidating, particularly if they have never participated in one before. Luckily, there are some scholarship interview tips that can help them boost their chances of success, putting them in the…
While a lot of parents and students know that college 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…
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. In fact, there are a…
We all know that scholarships are a great way to pay for your child’s education. They represent free money, making it easier for your student to avoid taking out loans so they can graduate debt-free. There are a lot of scholarships out there, particularly if they start their search today. Otherwise, the longer they delay…
Scholarships are a preferred way to pay for college after high school; they provide free money that students don’t have to pay back after college or graduate school (as long as they adhere to the rules). But so many students find application processes cumbersome, especially essays, leaving many wondering, “Is there such a thing as…
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…
When it comes to future success, not all jobs are created equal. The best careers offer growth potential and upward mobility, and not every option has the capacity to provide as secure of a future as others. In this article, we share a few of the best career options right now and some quick tips…
