By Ryan Laspina
Senior Specialist, Red Flags and External Reviews at APUS
The cold weather, the snow, the shorter days – all these things can have a negative effect not only on your mind, but also on your wallet. Below are some tips to aid you in being financially sound during the winter months.
By Ryan Laspina
Senior Specialist, Red Flags and External Reviews at APUS
One of the most useful tools accessible to students is the Net Price Calculator (NPC). This is a great tool to use when assessing the total out-of-pocket costs associated with the school of your choice. They are much more accurate than just looking at total tuition costs because they factor in many other pieces of financial information.
By Ryan Laspina
Senior Specialist, Red Flags and External Reviews at APUS
When making goals, you want to make goals that will challenge you but are also realistic. Working on your mental and physical health is always important, but your financial health is also essential. Here are some suggestions to help you (and your wallet) be happier and healthier in 2016.
By Ryan Laspina
Senior Specialist, Red Flags and External Reviews at APUS
The New Year will be here soon, and it is never too early to start thinking about the 2016 school year! The holidays may be consuming much of your time, but there are some tips and reminders that you should be aware of as the 2016 school year approaches.
By Ryan Laspina
Senior Specialist, Red Flags and External Reviews at APUS
The holidays will soon be over, and the 2016 school year will be here before you know it. Make sure that you are prepared to have a smooth and successful school year. Being cognizant of the above dates and helpful tips will aid you in making 2016 a success!
By Ryan Laspina
Senior Specialist, Red Flags and External Reviews at APUS
Working while you are in school may not be the right choice for everyone, but it is something every college student should strive for. It builds work ethic, is attractive to future employers, and gives you a sense of empowerment. Here are a few tips to help you stay on track while you attend school.
By Ryan Laspina
Senior Specialist, Red Flags and External Reviews at APUS
Consolidating student loans is An option that Federal Student Aid (FSA) loan borrowers with multiple loans and lenders have. A consolidated loan groups all of your outstanding student loans into one lump-sum loan. This practice has both its advantages and disadvantages.
By Ryan Laspina
Senior Specialist, Red Flags and External Reviews at APUS
Before making a decision regarding money, think about how this decision could affect you later on down the road. It may be something as simple as deciding whether to take your credit card receipt from the cashier, but taking that receipt and cataloging it is a way to raise your financial literacy score.
By Ryan Laspina
Senior Specialist, Red Flags and External Reviews at APUS
Whether you hear presidential candidates speaking on it, read it in the newspaper, or see it on the news, student loan debt seems to be an insurmountable problem with no solution and no positive consequences. While the total student loan debt in this country is absolutely absurd, that does not necessarily mean that student loan debt is completely negative.