Is all that college debt worth it in a reccesion?

A college graduate has the ability to earn between $500,000 to over $1 million more in their lifetime then the average person with a high school deploma. Long story short, college is well worth the investment. It may however require a little better planning during tough economic times.

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What's you dream?

Most of the shadows of this life are caused by our standing in our own sunshine.
Ralph Waldo Emerson

8 Ways to earn money while in college

My favorite is Mystery Shopper!

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Tuition up, college fund down?

Some great tips to help ease the burden of higher College tuition costs.

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College Students - Financial Survival 101

What a great program from the University of Michigan. Students and parents get a first year crash course in managing their money for school. The intent to is to help first years not "flunk tuition". Go Michigan! Great idea!

http://www.ns.umich.edu/htdocs/releases/story.php?id=859

Which is a better first step into college: Community colleges or regular universities?

Many college students go through the debate, Community College or straight to University? For me the decision was easy... go to a 2 year college and see what you want to do with your life. A good friend wanted to be a biologist... straight to University for him. In todays financial times there are many more factors to consider.

Here is a great read on the pro's and con's of starting at Community College and going straight to University.

http://www.helium.com/debates/80959-which-is-a-better-first-step-into-college-community-colleges-or-regular/side_by_side

What's your dream?

"The best way to make your dreams come true is to wake up"

Paul Valery

Are the best colleges in the nation really the best?

It is amazing to me to hear that 9 out of the US News and World Report top 20 colleges recieved an "F" when graded by ACTA. One of this academic and alumni group causes is to have higher standards for general education requirements.

Incredible which business schools do not require economics! Graduating from Northern Illinois University provided me a great business degree. Though I hated Econmics 101 and 102, it was not worth the Ivy league $35,000 per year to skip it. Do you really get what you pay for?

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What college saving plan is good for you?

When it comes to choosing a college saving plan for your child, spend the time to see what makes sense for you. Two people living in the same state may pick two very different plans that both serve their purpose.

This is a great read on how to decide which plan fits you best.

http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/CollegeAndFamily/SavingForCollege/The5BestCollegeSavingsPlans.aspx

Got a date? No money?

5 Inexpensive Date Ideas for College Students. Having a Nice Time Doesn't Have to Cost a Fortune

http://collegelife.about.com/od/dating/a/cheapdateideas.htm

What's your dream?

When it is obvious that the goals cannot be reached, don’t adjust the goals, adjust the action steps.

Confucius

Mom - Are you ready for back to school?

With school starting in a few weeks, now it is as important as ever to get the best deals for back to school supplies. Take it from the experts on tips and cool ways to save money on the things your child needs for a great start to the school year.

http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=5231467n

College Students - quit just making it!

When I was in college the only option to make extra cash was to work at the local mall or restuarant. I chose the mall and sold jewelry. In today's economy, I would have starved. This cool article shows 33 ways to make money while in school.

The top 7 money making jobs on the list are things you can do online. The rest are great ideas as well. Great read.

http://www.beat-tuition.com/make-money-in-college.html

Great Money Saving Tips for College kids

Hey college kids! Money tight? 100 Money-Saving Lessons from Poor College kids. http://onlinecollegedegree.org/2009/07/21/100-money-saving-lessons-from-poor-college-kids/

Take advice from the experts! The best tips you will get are from someone who has already been through it!

Saving an animal

We are so proud to have a member save for a mate for her exotic pet. Congrats to tamanduaGirl! Shout out to gimmepleez.com/crelliano who needs money to cover Flash's vet bills.