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State Grants for New Mexico Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 28, 2023
Are you planning to stay and go to college in New Mexico? Good news! New Mexico residents have quite a few state grants that can be used to make college more affordable. Keep reading to see the qualifications of some of them, plus more information about the state’s financial aid programs. New Mexico Grants 1. …
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State Grants for New Jersey Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 28, 2023
The state of New Jersey offers several grants and scholarships to resident students planning to stay in the state for college! Below is a list of some of them, plus additional resources and information you can take advantage of to make college more affordable for you and your family. New Jersey State Grants 1. Community …
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State Grants for Nebraska Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 28, 2023
If you are a resident of Nebraska and looking for grants or scholarships to assist with college expenses, you’re in luck! Nebraska has three programs available to students to help make attending college and university more affordable. Keep reading to learn more about what these programs entail plus resources to help you find additional information. …
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State Grants for Missouri Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 28, 2023
Until just recently, Missouri did not have any grant programs for its students, but that has changed! The state now has several grants and scholarship programs to help make college more affordable within its borders. Below is an overview of some of the programs available, plus additional resources to help you find more information about …
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College Affordability: How Community College Can Help Fill the Gap

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 14, 2023
Financial stress and college affordability is a huge factor when choosing where to further your education. In fact, 70% of teens in 2023 (vs. 61% in 2022) have financial concerns about pursuing higher education.  This begs the question: Is making college affordable a real option for upcoming and current college students? We believe the answer …
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Tips and Benefits of “The Better FAFSA”

By Hilary CairnsPublished on July 11, 2023
In 2021, the FAFSA Simplification Act was passed resulting in major changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Although some of these changes went into effect last year for the 2023-2024 award year, many of the major ones will be seen this year (2024-2025 award year). But what should you expect with …
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2024-2025 FAFSA Changes: What You Should Know About!

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on October 2, 2023
Due to the FAFSA Simplification Act passed in 2021, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been undergoing some major changes in the past year. And it’s set to undergo some more for the 2024-2025 award year! This upcoming FAFSA is the biggest overhaul yet of the system, so students and their families …
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How Long Does It Take to Pay Off Student Loans

By College Raptor StaffPublished on July 11, 2023
One of the biggest questions most graduates’ ask is, ‘how long will it take me to pay off my student loan?’ It’s not surprising that this question would weigh heavily on a graduate’s mind. Most students take a few thousand dollars in student loans to fund their college education. Paying back this debt can take …
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How to Prove Undue Hardship for Student Loans

By College Raptor StaffPublished on July 3, 2023
Proving undue hardship for student loans is something that comes up only if you file for bankruptcy. But this should only be considered as a last resort. Filing for bankruptcy is complicated and time-consuming and it will have a damaging effect on your credit. You will most likely have to hire a bankruptcy lawyer because …
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Are There No Credit Check Student Loans and Which are the Best?

By College Raptor StaffPublished on June 21, 2023
Yes, there are no credit check student loans but they are offered only by the federal government and very few private lenders. Generally, the federal government does not conduct credit checks to assess student loan applicants. All students enrolled in accredited educational institutions across America are eligible for federal student loans. Private student loan applications …