Do I Qualify for a Pell Grant for College?
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
October 29, 2012
Unlike a student loan, a federal Pell Grant for college does not have to be repaid. A Pell Grant is a need–based grant that is
Paying for College
Unless you’ve been building up a college fund since your child was very young, you probably don’t have the money available to cover the costs of tuition, room and board at a four-year university or college.
According to the College Board, the average cost of tuition and fees for the typical four-year public college was $8,244 during the 2011-12 school year. And that was the price for in-state students. The cost for out-of-state students averaged $12,526.
About the College Federal Work Study Program
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
October 23, 2012
If you are looking for different ways to pay for your college education, consider the benefits of the Federal Work-Study program. This program is designed
Types of Federal Grants Available for College
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
October 11, 2012
Federal grants can help you cover some or all of the costs of your college education and unlike student loans, grants do not need to
Key Differences Between Federal and Private Student Loans
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
October 2, 2012
If you have to borrow money to help pay for college, you need to understand the differences between private student loans and federal student loans.
5 Key Changes to College Student Aid Programs
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
September 28, 2012
The academic school year is already underway at colleges nationwide. And while many students and families may have scrounged up the funds to cover the
What to Do If You Can’t Afford to Send Your Child to College
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
January 5, 2012
Unless you’ve been building up a college fund since your child was very young, you probably don’t have the money available to cover the costs
College Scholarships for Students in High School, Middle School and Kindergarten
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
October 31, 2011
Since my oldest daughter entered high school in September, I’m going all out to help her hunt for scholarships and aid her in scoring some
Should I Use My 401(k) Money To Pay My Child’s College Tuition?
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
October 17, 2011
Q: To finish college, our son will need an additional $20,000 for his final two years. We are thinking of using some of our 401(k)
7 Financial Tips for Parents of College Students
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
September 2, 2011
For those of you who are parents, it’s understandable that you want to help your child avoid the plague of student loan debt, but there’s
Should I Use My 401K to Pay for My College Tuition – Pros and Cons
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
June 8, 2011
You may have considered tapping in to your retirement fund if you were short on cash and needed access to funds after an emergency, or
Tips for Negotiating a Better College Financial Aid Package
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
April 10, 2011
It’s that time of year, when students and their parents are hearing from colleges about which schools granted them admission – and equally important, which
FAFSA Season: Getting the Maximum College Financial Aid
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
January 12, 2011
FAFSA season, the financial aid and college admissions period, officially began January 1. If you’re hoping to earn an undergraduate or graduate degree, or are
Is There a General Debt-to-Income Ratio Related to Tuition Costs?
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
March 26, 2010
Q: My daughter’s private school at our church is closing this year. To keep her in private school we will need to pay double the
Where Can I Invest My Daughter’s Money That She Receives for Birthdays and Holidays?
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
March 19, 2010
Q: I Would Like to Save My Daughter’s Money That She Receives for Birthdays and Holidays. Where is the Best Place to Put It? A:
I am Broke and in College. Where Can I Get Money to Finish My Degree?
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach
February 8, 2010
Q: I just completed 6 ½ years of school but maxed out my subsidized and unsubsidized loans. I have one class to take to get