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How Merit Scholarships Really Work (and Why Meets Full Need Colleges Can Cost Less)
This story was first published in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and flow. I’m […]
February 25, 2026
Best Engineering Colleges by Academics, Merit Aid & Value (2026)
Choosing the right engineering school can feel overwhelming. You want a program that’s strong in academics, gives you good financial […]
February 21, 2026
Parents’ Best College Planning Advice
When it comes to college planning, hindsight really is 20/20. I went back to the parents in Paying for College […]
February 20, 2026
How We Paid for College for Triplets Without Parent Loans
This story was first published in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and flow. If […]
February 12, 2026
How a Single Mother Found an Affordable Top College for Her Daughter
This story was first published in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and flow. I’m […]
January 16, 2026
How to Future-Proof Your Degree
Artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t just reshaping technology; it’s reshaping the job market, the classroom, and the very skills employers value. […]
January 10, 2026
How We’ve Afforded College for 5 (Out of 6) Kids — Without Parent Loans
Family photo courtesy of Sabrina Malone Editor’s Note: This originally appeared as a post in our private Facebook group, Paying […]
December 30, 2025
Colleges Offering Free Tuition by Income (2026)
The cost of college has made financial aid a lifeline for most families. But traditional aid packages can be hard […]
December 30, 2025
What’s a Good Score on the SAT? How the Test Works, How to Succeed
The SAT, or Scholastic Aptitude Test, is a standardized test administered by the College Board. U.S. colleges widely use it […]
December 30, 2025