Jessica Souza is a journalism major and a senior at Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers, Florida. She’s active in Greek life, the campus newspaper Eagle News, and other clubs on campus. She’s also a regular, active user of iontuition, provided by FGCU’s Office...
Starting in late 2016, there will be some changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. You’ll be able to turn the FASFA in as early as October. For the 2016-2017 school year, it will still be available in January. While some may think, “I have to turn it...
How a 529 Plan can help students pay for college You may have heard the term 529 plan in a radio ad or at a counselor’s office, but have you wondered what it is? At its simplest, a 529 is a savings account. But it is an account that is specifically geared to help save...
In the moment, skipping class may seem like no big deal. In a recent study, The College Board revealed how much skipping a single class can cost a student. These shocking numbers will make you want to rethink the whole concept of ‘playing hookie.’ To...
