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Paying for college – NerdWallet

Savings Corner

And while our site doesn’t feature every company or financial product available on the market, we’re proud that the guidance we offer, the information we provide and the tools we create are objective, independent, straightforward — and free. We believe everyone should be able to make financial decisions with confidence.

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Enriching Education: European "Twins" to US Colleges

Motherhood Moments

New research reveals that University of Kansas, Lawrence is the overall best college for US students , but that same experience could be had at The University of Ghent, Belgium with a 96% saving on tuition fees. Acceptance rates for US colleges continue to drop year after year.

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Jobs for those Without a College Degree

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Don’t despair if you (or perhaps your children) aren’t planning on earning a four year college degree. There are interesting entry level jobs to which someone without a college degree can aspire. A college degree does pay more and gives you a much better ‘foot in the door’ with most employers.

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19 Awesome Freebies Things for College Students

Coupons Do Work

I remember, not that long ago (I graduated from college in 2004) that being in college is great but the cost is expensive. He gave such wonderful advice for someone who just graduated college.!) Here are 19 freebies for college students: Entertainment Freebies: 1. Free Soda/ Pop (for Michigan people).

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Kindergarten to College – Back to School Money Tips

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When you do, go on tax free day. using tax free days. Here is site that has tax free days by state listed for 2011. If you know you are going to want to have a tutor for your child this year, use a college tutor. Check with your local college for students who are majoring in the subject your child needs help with.

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Five Frugal Things | with two sandwiches

The Frugal Girl

I got a free chicken sandwich At lecture, my friend alerted me that the Chick-Fil-A app had a free sandwich in it (something to do with the local baseball team, I think?) Sooo, I placed an order and grabbed my free sandwich on the way out of college. I have a small sandwich theme going on. Are we surprised? (no.)

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5 Ways College Students Can Stretch a Dollar

Saving Cents With Sense

Here’s an understatement — college is expensive. According to the College Board, the average student at a public university spends more than $22,200 every year between tuition and other costs. Just like studying and beer, fashion matters at college. This site uses affiliate links. Thrift Store Style. Student ID.

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