Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Thomas PerkinsSome online college students may have more difficulty securing student loans in the coming semester. It seems that the mortgage crisis has affected more than just homeowners. NPR reports: “Driven by the credit crunch, big banks are cutting back student loan programs, nixing cash access for students at community colleges [...]

I came across a rather unique scholarship fund today. CollegeScholarships.org is giving a $10,000 award to a college student that blogs. Here's a blurb about their Blogging Scholarship:”At College Scholarships.org we believe that everyone deserves a shot at a decent… Continue. SPONSOR

I came across a rather unique scholarship fund today. CollegeScholarships.org is giving a $10,000 award to a college student that blogs. Here's a blurb about their Blogging Scholarship:”At College Scholarships.org we believe that everyone deserves a shot at a decent… Continue. SPONSOR

Textbooks can be a major expense for college students. Books for a single course can total in the hundreds, and a semester's worth of books can be over a thousand dollars. A recent New York Times article discusses the pitfalls… Continue. SPONSOR

North Carolina recently announced a pretty amazing deal for its high school students: free online high school and college courses. The students can enroll in as many courses as they can reasonably handle in order to complete high school requirements… Continue. SPONSOR

Online learning may seem like an easy way for colleges to save a few bucks. But, when you consider the recurring software and technology costs quality programs pay, you'll find that these programs can be more expensive than traditional college… Continue. SPONSOR

Attending a quality online college can cost tens of thousands. Some students take out hefty federal loans, others wait until they've achieved some level of career success before enrolling. I recently came across a rather ingenious student who is paying… Continue. SPONSOR

I recently wrote about state-wide sales tax holidays for my About.com site. Here’s a blurb: “Every year several states let buyers purchase back-to-school items tax free. This can be the perfect time to stock up on school supplies or purchase… Continue. SPONSOR

The United States Department of Education has a new website, FAFSAforcaster.ed.gov. During this time of rising student loan rates, their site will allow potential students to get a better idea of the type of financial aid they can receive: “If… Continue. SPONSOR

If you have student loans from your online or traditional studies, now's the time to consolidate. Interest rates will be going up July 1st. To hear more about student loan consolidation, check out a recent streaming NPR segment: The Color… Continue. SPONSOR