Dear Roadie, My Son Feels Torn About The College Protests. What Should I Say?

Dear Roadie, I’m the mother of a college sophomore. My son told me he has friends who are actively protesting...

Does Waiting Until the Last Minute to Commit Help You Secure More Aid?

We are officially on our fifth of six kids applying to and going to college. The oldest three have already...

Dear Roadie: Should I Tell My Daughter Not to Bother Applying to Unaffordable Dream Schools?

Dear Roadie, We just returned from visiting a few colleges and I’m feeling deflated.  My daughter is a high-stat student...

How to Navigate College Application Deadlines in 2024

Choosing where to apply to college is only half the battle. There’s also the question of when.  Students must decide...

Are ‘No Essay’ College Scholarships a Student’s Dream Come True?

Editor’s Note: Monica Matthews is the author of “How to Win College Scholarships.” She helped her son win over $100,000...

Federal Student Loan Interest Rates 2024 – 2025

The interest rates for federal student loans for the academic year 2024-25 have seen a significant increase of over one...

Dear Roadie, My Son Insists on Borrowing $200K For a School We Can’t Afford. Did I Fail Him as a Parent?

Dear Roadie, My child committed to a school we cannot afford. He’ll be in debt for potentially $200,000. We fought...

How to Use a 529 Plan Strategically

Saving money in a 529 plan for college expenses puts you ahead of the game. However, you need to know...

9 Things to Do After Getting Accepted to a College

The road to college has its share of obstacles, but what happens after you’ve been accepted to a college and...