SAINT LOUIS, Mo. — Getting financial aid for college students has been a fiasco. Last year, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) got a makeover, but it came with several tech issues ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. True Tamplin is on a mission to bring financial literacy into schools. Securing financial aid for college is a significant concern ...

As your child prepares to say goodbye to high school and hello to college, you probably have a lot on your mind — including ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — National College Financial Prep Week runs from January 13-18, and it’s an important time to reflect on the financial strategies needed to prepare for the cost of higher education.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. True Tamplin is on a mission to bring financial literacy into schools. Entering college is one of the most exciting milestones in ...

If you want to apply to the University of California, don’t let worries about cost get in your way. UC has one of the strongest financial aid programs in the nation, with more than half of California ...

With graduation season upon us, many are about to adventure out into the real world and it's important to ask -- are you financially ready? Whether you're a parent with a student about to graduate, or ...

For most prospective college students, the amount of financial aid they receive is one of the most important—if not the most important—factor in choosing where to attend. According to a new survey ...

The road to college financial aid usually begins with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. After years of delays, a new version of the form will be released at the end of December.

A 529 savings plan can be a powerful tool when saving for future education expenses because investments in the plan can increase tax-free, but many savers don’t take full advantage of the benefits ...

The college admissions process is one of the most critical yet complex milestones in a student’s academic journey. For many ...

It was an unusual question coming from a police officer. Heather Brady was napping at home in San Francisco on a Sunday afternoon when the officer knocked on her door to ask: Had she applied to ...