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What’s the Average Dorm Cost?

College costs and tuition vary dramatically across the United States. Private colleges tend to have higher tuition than their public counterparts. The same goes for the cost of living in a college dorm. According to the Education Data Initiative, the average dorm cost for a 4-year college is around $11,520 for public institutions and $13,028 …
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What Is Tuition Reciprocity?

A tuition reciprocity agreement is an agreement between two (or more) states that specifically pertains to the cost of tuition. This agreement essentially allows students from one state to get the benefit of lower-cost in-state tuition when they enroll in a college in another state within the reciprocity agreement. To better understand what tuition reciprocity …
students applying to scholarships for masters programs
scholarships

6 Scholarships for Master’s Programs

Yes, there are several scholarships for master’s programs. These are awarded to students who have already earned a bachelor’s degree and are applying to graduate school or professional school. The goal of these scholarships is to offer funding to undergrads wishing to earn a master’s or professional degree. How Master’s Program Scholarships Work Tuition for …
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What Is In-State Tuition?

When deciding which colleges to apply to, one of many decisions you’ll have to make is whether you want to attend an in-state or out-of-state institution. Cost is a big difference between the two. Students who choose to attend an in-state college pay in-state tuition, which brings up the question, what does that mean and …
financial aid

7 Ways Transferring Colleges Can Affect Financial Aid

Yes, transferring colleges can affect your financial aid in a few different ways. The exact way your financial aid will be affected will depend on a couple of different factors. The difference in cost between your old and new college is one such factor. The types and amount of financial aid that your new college …
University of Pennsylvania
financial aid

State Grants for Pennsylvania

Did you know that Pennsylvania offers several state grants to students to help make college more affordable and accessible? We’ve outlined some of their programs, plus provided details on how you can find out more information and apply below. Pennsylvania State Grants 1. Pennsylvania State Grant The Pennsylvania State Grant is hosted by the Pennsylvania …
financial advice & planning

Your Guide to Student Checking Accounts

Student checking accounts are designed with a range of features that are tailored to meet the unique needs of students enrolled in colleges and universities. The aim of checking accounts for college students is to simplify money management for first-time account holders. Opening a student checking account is a great way to lay a solid …
Oregon State University campus - do high college acceptance rates equate the the quality of the school?
financial aid

State Grants for Oregon College Students

Oregon has a number of grants dedicated to students who are going to college! If you’re interested in applying, we’ve outlined some of the details and qualifications below plus provide some links to help you get additional information. Oregon State Grants 1. Oregon Opportunity Grant The Oregon Opportunity Grant, or OOG, is a state-funded grant …
financial advice & planning

Is Tuition Insurance Worth It?

What is tuition insurance, and is it worth it? There’s no single answer that’s right for all students. Buying tuition insurance can add to the already high cost of college. On the other hand, it can protect you financially should you find yourself in a position where you need to withdraw from school but your …

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