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College is an investment and can be as expensive as a new car or house. Spending time researching the best ways to finance your education will pay off in the future.
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For more than 35 years, we've helped students repay their loans and make wise financial choices. Here’s our best advice for paying for college and succeeding with alternative student loans.
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That $4 daily latte might fuel your studying but your daily coffee habit can add up to over $1,400 per year. It’s not worth taking out additional student loans to pay for lifestyle expenses that can be controlled.
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Some careers pay more than others. What do you think your first year’s salary will be once you graduate? Make sure you don’t borrow more money than your future career will allow you to reasonably repay.
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The more time it takes you to graduate, the more it will cost. Adding years onto your degree will also take a toll on your finances. Try to take as many credits as possible per semester, focus, and finish ASAP.
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The standard repayment for federal student loans is 10 years, this can be extended to 20 years but wouldn't you rather have the extra dollars each month in your pocket? Make a goal to pay off your student loan as fast as you can.
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It’s easy to forget about your future financial obligations when you are in school and focused on your coursework. A study by the Brookings Institute found out that 49% of students can’t estimate their loan within 10% of its value. If you can start paying your loan’s interest while in school you will pay off your loan faster.
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Federal student loans have many options for repayment and ways to help students who have financial problems. Educate yourself on all the options.
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Most students will need a cosigner to qualify for the best private student loan interest rates.
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If you have many student loans with high interest rates, refinancing could save you money.
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