You want to save money for college, but putting pennies in a jar may not be the best way to save the thousands you’ll need. Have you ever considered a 529 college savings plan? What is a 529 Plan? It is a savings account for college. Most states have their own college savings plan, but…
“Just because I’m (insert race/ethnicity/diversity criteria here), I’m going to get ALL OF COLLEGE paid for by scholarships!” Sorry my friend. Diversity scholarships will not magically (nor automatically) fall into place like that. They, like any other scholarship opportunity, will require effort on your part. If you are seriously considering applying for a scholarship that…
There are moments in our lives that we will never forget. What you may not know is that those defining moments often translate into successful college and scholarship essays. Powerful essays are fueled by meaning, not lists of activities and endless accomplishments. Maya Angelou got it right. “People will forget what you said, people will…