If they can afford it — is paying for college a parent's duty?
Paying for college is no small task. When it comes to finances, adulthood, and parents' responsibility for their child's education, determining where to draw the line can be tough.
7 insider tips on paying for college
Financial expert Kent Smetters outlines the good, the bad, and the highly recommended when it comes to planning for how you'll pay for college.
Helpful tips: How to pay for college
A book that offers a parents a practical path to the unthinkable: a paid college education for their children.
More Cal student loan defaults
Troubling increase in students unable to pay
Financial aid for students with LD: Guides and resources
Financial assistance is available for students with LD of all ages, through many resources.
Savings clubs can supplement a college fund
Looking for a good addition to your financial plan? You may wish to consider a number of college savings plans.
Federal loans: how the borrowing process works
Federal loans are the largest form of student aid, making up 41% of the total aid awarded to undergraduates each year. Here's a primer on the process.
What college costs... really
How much money will you need for college? We’ve broken it down for you, including often-overlooked and hidden expenses.
Great ways to fund a college education
From scholarships to tuition tax credits to savings clubs, there are a number of ways to make college affordable.
Can you spot a scholarship scam?
Families eager to find scholarships can become easy targets for financial aid con artists. Here's how to be a smart consumer.
Why 4 years of college financing might not be enough
They may be attending four-year institutions, but most students take longer to get their bachelor's degrees. So how will parents and students pay for the extra years?
Saving for college: 3 strategies to meet your needs
How much financial aid do you think you'll need to cover your child's college costs? Here's how to let your answer guide your saving strategy.
Creative ways to pay for college in an economic downturn
Economic woes needn't mean the end of your child's college plans.
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