Careers & Colleges articles from November 2002

Careers & Colleges archives from November 2002

New beginnings. (How to Pay for College).
November 1, 2002... For most things in the world, spring is the natural time for renewal and growth. But, school isn't like most things. Fall is the time for renewal. You start with a clean slate with most of your teachers. You've changed and grown over, the...

Is college worth it? (The Scoop).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... As college costs inch up to all-time highs that would make Bill Gates wince, you may think: "Is college really necessary? Why not drop this college thing altogether and put the money in the stock market?" After all, the average cost for one...

Financial aid time line.
November 1, 2002... Seniors: Use this calendar to prepare through the summer. Juniors: Look to September and what lies ahead. JANUARY * To qualify for the most aid possible, submit your FAFSA (see page 36) as early as you tan after January 1. ...

Need some financial first aid? (The Scoop).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... The financial aid process can certainly, at times, seem to be brutal. If you're feeling in need of some tender loving care and perhaps a bit of handholding as you navigate through the endless paperwork, we recommend Next Student...

How to get your fair share: financial aid can be a piece of cake when you know where to look. (Paying for College).
November 1, 2002... You've been accepted to the college of your choice. You're ecstatic. You're excited. Then you see the bill. The No. 1 question for the incoming freshman with financial need is: Where will the money come from? For many students, it's a four-part...

Sticker shock: don't panic. What you pay is often less than the price tag.
November 1, 2002... Deciding where to apply to college wasn't a hard decision for Kelly Kroslowitz. The 19-year-old from Putnam Valley, New York, knew where she wanted to go: Saint Joseph's University, a small private school in Philadelphia. "I liked the campus...

40 hot scholarships: here's our roundup of 40 diverse scholarship programs. If you take the time to write the essays and fill out applications, you could lasso some serious college dollars.
November 1, 2002... CORPORATE/MILITARY BUSINESSES REWARD STELLAR STUDENTS. WAL-MART/WALTON FOUNDATION SCOOP: Wal-Mart wants to roll back the price of your education. One senior per Wal-Mart community will be awarded $1,000. Stores send applications to...

Stretch your college dollars: a closer look at this dorm room will give you some money-saving tips. (Money Matters).
November 1, 2002... Be a Joiner. Sign up for campus organizations and activities. Not only will you find friends and plenty of things to do for free, you'll often find that free refreshments are served. Take Advantage of Free (or Cheap) Campus Events. Most...

4 Alternatives to a 4-year degree: if the college route isn't for you, explore these other paths to a rewarding career. (Achieving your Goals).
November 1, 2002... All through high school in his hometown of Huxley, Iowa, A. J. Sabers played drums in bands dedicated to the music of Metallica and Pantera. He also learned to play guitar, and soon he expanded his musical tastes to include jazz and blues. When...

Lowdown on loans: loans can be a practical, low cost way to pay for college--just be prepared to make payments far into the future. (Money Matters).
November 1, 2002... Waiting tables and working summers for a surveying firm gave David Hilmer a nice nest egg for college at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Although the money he saved was a good start, it was not enough. "After about a year and a half, I...

Salute and save.(military and education costs)
November 1, 2002... SALUTE AND SAVE Here's a quick look at how the military can help pay for college. WHAT YOU GET ARMY ROTC Full scholarship (tuition, books, fees); stipend up to $400/month ...

Step-by-step through the FAFSA: this free application can lead you to a wealth of financial aid, and filling it out is not as complicated as you may think. (Finding the Funds).
November 1, 2002... Each year, more than four million students receive some form of financial aid. To get your share, you must first file the federal government's Free Application for Federal Student Aid, better known as the FAFSA. It determines eligibility for...

Cool schools at cool prices. (Paying for College).
November 1, 2002... Some people equate a steep college sticker price with success and status. But many schools with low tuitions turn out successful students. All of the schools below are under $25,000 and many cost less than $10,000. Costs include tuition, room...