college news & trends

How Trump’s Proposed Budget Would Change Income-Driven Student Loan Repayment Plans

By Allison WignallLast updated on March 24, 2025

6/1/2017 The president’s administration recently released his budget proposal for education, and though Congress has yet to accept or deny the proposal, people on all sides are talking about the implications of the plan. In addition to the proposed elimination of the Public Student Loan Forgiveness programs (PSLF), the budget also calls for raising the …

college search

What Should I Wear to a College Campus Visit?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

A college visit is an excellent way to narrow down your top picks. Your dream school may feel like home, or it may feel unsatisfying, prompting you to look at other colleges. Either way, a visit can help you make the big decision of where to attend. So, understandably, college visits are a pretty big …

ACT & SAT

When to Skip a Question on the ACT / SAT

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

This may seem like odd advice. Why would you ever skip a question? Especially on a test as important as the ACT / SAT? Well, if done correctly, skipping questions can really be a lifesaver in the long run. When to Skip a Question Time is a very precious commodity on the ACT and SAT. …

college news & trends

What Trump’s New Budget Proposal Might Mean for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Programs

By Allison WignallLast updated on March 6, 2025

5/25/2017 The Trump administration’s recently revealed education budget has certainly stirred up conversations on all sides. Among the many proposed cuts and program adjustments is the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program. What is the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program? The PSLF, introduced in 2007, is a federal program that forgives the federal loan debts of …

scholarship search & applications

Use What Makes You Unique in Your Scholarship Search

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

How many times have you had to answer the classic icebreaker prompt “Tell us one interesting thing about yourself”? Many students dread this and scramble to come up with an answer. But here’s the thing: You most definitely have something (even many somethings) that makes you unique sets you apart from the crowd. Often we’re …

questions & answers

What is the Difference Between Refinancing and Consolidating Student Loans?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

You’ll see these two words a lot when researching student loan options. After exhausting scholarship, grant, and work study opportunities, many students and families turn to student loans in order to pay for a higher education. (And a quick reminder, you should always check out federal loan options before even considering looking at private loans). …

careers & internships

How to Nail an Internship Interview

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Internships are a great source of experience in your field of study and fantastic resume builders. It’s recommended to try and get at least one, if not two, during your college career—summer is prime-time, but there are also opportunities during the academic term. But to get that experience, first you’ve got to get the internship—and …

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What is the Student Aid Report (SAR)?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

When you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), you’ll receive your SAR sometime afterwards. The FAFSA is used to calculate what kind of financial need you personally have, which can make you eligible to several federal scholarships, grants, work study programs, or even loans. Essentially, the SAR is your “results” for what …

scholarship search & applications

How to Organize and Prioritize Your Scholarship Applications

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

When it comes to scholarships, there’s no such thing as “too many.” However, when you apply to a multitude of scholarships, things can get a little confusing. How are you supposed to organize them? Which one is due when? Did that one require a scholarship essay, or was it the other? You already applied to that …