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9 Flexible Jobs for College Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2023
Making money in college is a must for many students – it’s necessary to afford tuition, fees, food, books, and every other cost that comes with higher education. And even if your tuition is already covered, a job during school could help you save up for fun, or for the future. However, finding jobs with …
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How To Negotiate Scholarships

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 14, 2026
Key takeaways: If your financial aid package isn’t enough to cover attendance or another school offers more, students may want to negotiate with their college for a larger scholarship. To increase the likelihood of approval, have a specific and realistic number in mind and be polite. Generally, students cannot negotiate higher scholarships with outside organizations, …
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Types of college financial aid that don’t have to be paid back

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on March 19, 2026
Key takeaways: Scholarships, grants, and money from work-study programs are types of college financial aid that typically don’t have to be paid back. Apply for these awards by completing the FAFSA, using scholarship databases, visiting your colleges’ financial aid office websites, and researching your state’s programs. Student loans almost always need to be paid back, …
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7 Common FAFSA Mistakes to Avoid

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on March 24, 2025
Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) gives you access to different types of financial aid, including grants, scholarships, and loans. However, making a mistake on your FAFSA application can cost you money, especially if you require need-based aid to attend. Unfortunately, these errors are not uncommon. Every year, hundreds of students lose …
You should consider signing up for student loan auto-pay.
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Pros and Cons of Autopay for Loan Repayments

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on February 25, 2025
When it comes time to repay your loans, whether student loans, mortgages, or otherwise, you might have the option to set up “autopay.” But what is it? How does autopay work? And what are the benefits and downsides of the setting? What is Autopay? Autopay, or an automatic bill payment, is a setting that some …
Financial Aid Leveraging
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Financial Aid Modeling: The What and Why

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on March 4, 2025
During your research into financial aid and endowment, you might have come across the phrase “financial aid modeling” This, by itself, sounds boring to the average student, but it actually is referencing the models colleges and universities use to determine how much financial aid they can offer their students. Here’s what you need to know …
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A Creative Guide to The Minecraft Scholarship

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2023
There really is a scholarship for everything! If you enjoy video games or even play Minecraft, the Minecraft Scholarship might be right up your alley. Here’s what you need to know about the award, how to apply, and some more tips for finding scholarships that will help you pay for college. What is the Minecraft …

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