Apr 3, 2024 | College Planning, Default Management, News, News Inserts
by Balaji Rajan Let’s face it. The focus on student loan debt is an election play and not a “good for the public” policy. This has been the case since 2008. Of course, student loan debt issues must be resolved. But as Education Analyst Carlo Salerno said, “You must...
Sep 28, 2022 | College Planning, Financial Literacy, News, News Inserts, Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Despite the headlines, college is still the surest path toward better lifelong earnings. But a degree is far more likely to pay off if you haven’t borrowed a small fortune to get it. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, is a key step in making...
Jul 13, 2022 | College Planning
The Years to Recoup Educational Investment = Total College Costs / (College Salary — Typical High School Salary) The US Department of Education – College Scorecard provides data sets on average college costs with variables broken down by sector, credential, and...
Jun 16, 2020 | College Planning, General, Schools
As millions of Americans find themselves unemployed, many are asking if now is the time to go back to school to pursue the career they have always wanted. If you’re contemplating pursuing a degree, ask yourself these questions first. Will this degree or certificate...
Jun 1, 2020 | College Planning
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused one of the worst workforce crises in history. An estimated 20.5 million jobs have been erased, and unemployment has skyrocketed to levels not seen in three generations. If you count yourself among these statistics, you may be...
Sep 30, 2019 | College Planning, Employers, Student Loan Repayment Assistance
On average, master’s degree holders make $17,000 more than those who’ve earned a bachelor’s degree alone. Once you have completed your undergraduate degree, you may contemplate turning to a master’s degree next. However, if you’re still...