Dolans.com - College

Your Guide to Qualifying for Financial Aid to Pay for College

Ken Dolan — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:16:00 GMT

If you're like most people, you'll need help to pay for your child's college education. Don't wait until late in the game - start early! And by early we mean as soon as your child enters high school. Increase your chances of qualifying for financial aid by taking these necessary steps in each grade.

The Absolute Best Way to Save for College

Ken Dolan — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:15:00 GMT

A college education is extremely expensive these days. We're talking over $20,000 a year for a four-year private school! Numbers like that are enough to make you choke. But before you do, let me (Ken here) give you some good news: There are some great savings plans out there that can help you take care of little Johnny's education. Check out this video to learn about your options.

House Passes Student Loan Reform Bill

Daria Dolan — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:49:06 GMT

A new student loan reform bill makes major changes to the current system. It provides more free money for college students from lower-income families and shifts private student loans to a government-run and taxpayer-financed system. So is the new bill good news for student and parents?

Save Money on College Text Books

Ken & Daria Dolan — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 17:19:14 GMT

If you think college tuition is going up fast, look at the cost of college text books! Text book costs have TRIPLED, pinching college students and their families when they can least afford it. Here are five tricks for saving money on college book costs.

Back to School Money Savers for College Students

Ken & Daria Dolan — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 16:48:32 GMT

Sending your college student back to school can be a real budget buster. Learn how to save money on everything from college books to laptops to trips home.

Surviving the Student Loan Credit Crunch

Ken Dolan — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 19:30:31 GMT

Crisp fall weather means college campuses everywhere are being invaded by visiting high school seniors eyeing prospective dorms and their parents hyperventilating over the price tag. Today's credit crunch is making the already daunting burden of paying for college seem even more impossible. Get our special alert here to find out how you can secure a loan.

Our Top College Resources

Ken Dolan — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 18:17:17 GMT

We know figuring out how to afford college can be daunting, but you can do it and we can help! If you're looking for more information, check out these Dolan-approved resources.

Student Loan Alert: Consolidate Now!

Ken Dolan — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:05:05 GMT

Attention graduates! If you haven't consolidated your variable-rate student loans yet, we have some important information for you. A new rate took effect July 1 that could save you big bucks. Get all the details in our special alert.