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Become a Money Savvy College Student Invest in these recommended reads in order to become a money savvy college student. Begging for College Cash Ever since Karyn Bosnak paid off her $20,000 credit card debt by begging for cash on SaveKaryn.com, students have been following her lead. But unlike Karyn, these scholars aren't raising money to afford their Starbucks lattes, Gucci purses, and BCBG tops--they need help finding college cash. College for Athletes Choosing a college is never an easy task. When you throw sports into the equation, the selection process becomes even more difficult. Whether you're one of the fortunate few who are gifted enough to earn a full athletic scholarship, or if you're like thousands of others who will "walk on," you'll want to start planning as early as possible. College Scholarships for the Rest of Us College scholarships aren't all about sports and scholastics -- check out seven ways you can get college scholarships without being an athlete or a book worm. Don't Fall Victim to a Financial Aid Scam There are many companies that offer help when it comes to paying for college. But how can you tell when a service is legit, and when it's a financial aid scam? Read this article to find out what to look for. Educational Loan Lingo Got You Down? If you're exploring educational loans, but are confused by terms like accrual date and default, you've come to the right place... Figuring Out the Financial Aid Fuss Actually, there's no need to get all fussy about it, once you learn to conquer college money mania. Start by asking questions like these students did... Financial Aid Barriers Did you know that, until recently, if a college student was previously arrested for drug possession, they would be ineligible for federal financial aid? Financial Aid Lingo Frying Your Brain? Check out these need-to-know financial aid terms before you put your brain on the fritz. Gimme a Break (On Tuition!) Some colleges are helping students afford college tuition by eliminating it altogether. |