financial advice & planning

What is Tuition Insurance for College?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

From pet insurance to health insurance, there’s quite a lot of coverage options available for different aspects of life. There’s also tuition insurance, believe it or not. Here’s a rundown of what it is, what it covers (and doesn’t cover), and how you can get a policy. What is Tuition Insurance? Some colleges and universities …

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What is a Research University?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

When searching for a college to attend, you may come across the phrase “research university” as the school’s classification. What does it mean though? And how does it differ from other classifications for colleges and universities? Is it right for your education? What is a Research University? A research university is a school that focuses …

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What is a Liberal Arts College?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on March 23, 2026

Key takeaways Liberal arts colleges are 4-year higher educational institutions that offer undergraduate education in the arts, humanities, and sciences. Generally small schools, liberal arts colleges offer students small class sizes, tight knit communities, and close relationships with professors. Financial aid can lower the cost of going to a liberal arts college. Graduates gain skills …

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What You Need to Know about College Hybrid Programs

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022

The world of higher education is always changing but has made more significant changes in the last few years due to the pandemic. You may have heard about college hybrid programs recently. Understanding what this term means and determining whether or not it’s the right type of program for you is essential. Here’s an explanation …

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Are Rolling Admissions Right for Me?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

When it comes to the college application process, you generally have quite a few options for when you can send your application in. There’s the regular decision, early action, and early decision. A fourth option that may be available to you is actually “rolling admissions.” Are you wondering: are rolling admissions right for me? Let’s …

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Should I Get a Work-Study or a Job in College?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Some students, when entering college, maybe trying to decide if they should work during school. There are definitely pros and cons to this approach, and you may have the option between work-study and a job. These are some considerations you should make, and some tips to help you decide between a work-study or job in …

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4 Great Undergraduate Majors for an Aviation Career

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

If you’re thinking about going after a career in aviation or aiming to become a pilot, you may be wondering what undergraduate major to go after. These four majors for an aviation career could be exactly what you need to reach your goals. Aviation This is the most commonly chosen major for those going after …

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How to Appeal for More Financial Aid If COVID-19 Affected Your Family Income

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Did you know you can appeal for more financial aid? Appeals are often done due to major life event that affected an individual’s or family’s income. Since FAFSA and other financial aid offers tend to be based on federal taxes from two years ago, recent applications may not truly reflect the reality of your current …

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3 Big College Financial Aid Offer Myths

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2023

So you have your financial aid letters in hand. Do you fully understand what they say, and know the terms and conditions of the offer? Many students don’t and realize they’ve made a mistake after acceptance – some don’t realize until years down the line! Here are some debunked financial aid offer myths to help …