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Photo (CC) pmccormi via flickr   One thing everyone knows is that college textbooks are incredibly expensive: the average cost to a student at a four-year public institution was $1,137 in 2010-2011, according to CollegeBoard.com. ...

Pennsylvania residents: the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) not only has information on state-specific grant programs, they also cover general information on financial aid and college planning. Those with loans administered ...

If you haven't filled out your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) yet, now's a good time to do it. Procrastinating because you've got questions? Free help is available on the FAFSA website with live chat, Monday through Friday...

If you’re getting tuition benefits from your employer (read more about that here), find out the exact dollar limits of those benefits.   “Many students take only as many classes as their employer will pay for,” says Brad Hodg...

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) you fill out for the 2011-2012 school year is based on your tax return for the year 2010.   If there is a major change in your situation — if, for instance, you get laid off — ma...

While you've got all the paperwork out to file your taxes, go ahead and fill out your FAFSA as well. If you're planning to apply for financial aid from the federal government, such as a Pell grant or a Stafford loan, you'll need to fil...

Many for-profit schools charge high tuition for their courses. Students who need to take out third-party loans to supplement federal financial aid can end up with crippling amounts of debt. If you’re considering a for-profit school, "Ch...

If you’re thinking of going back to school to train for a new career, start by researching some of the different fields you’re considering. You’ll want to know two things: what typical salaries are, and what the prospects are for job ...