John on March 28th, 2008

More and more student loan companies are opting out of private and public financing of college debt. Looking forward, times could be tough for younger Americans.

Continue reading about Student Loan Crunch Getting Tighter

John on March 24th, 2008

Student athletes aren’t all pampered stars: The reality of collegiate sports involves a lot of sacrifice and hard work. The pay isn’t even that great.

Continue reading about No Easy Ride for Student Athletes

John on March 16th, 2008

David Lynch has announced $1 million to fund transcendental meditation scholarships in the hopes of advancing world peace and physical health. Is it a scam or a visionary future? Tough to say, but the good news is the education could be free.

Continue reading about Meditation Scholarships? Why not!

John on March 10th, 2008

Obama, Clinton, and McCain don’t offer much in the way of higher education funding reform, with the exception of a small tax credit and minor changes in the financial aid application process that have already been proposed in Congress.

Continue reading about Obama, Clinton, and McCain on Higher Education

John on March 8th, 2008

California says home schooling parents must be certified – and the ruling appears to be tied to an interested in protecting the state from dissent.

Continue reading about California Bans Home Schooling

With job losses reported and tough economic times expected, majoring in a high demand field is a good way to secure a successful career with top pay. Here are some hot majors to consider.

Continue reading about Unemployment shows need for in-demand Education

Committees in the Florida Legislature are considering major education funding cuts during the 2008 session, updates posted here as they develeop

Continue reading about Florida Committees Recommend $357 Million in Education Cuts

John on March 6th, 2008

Should recent graduates invest or pay back student loans? A lot of personal variables have to be considered: Here they are.

Continue reading about Pay off student loans, or invest?

The College Opportunity and Affordability Act, now in Congress, proposes to increase federal subsidized loan caps and increase grant aid for students.

Continue reading about College Opportunity and Affordability Act of 2008: Loans and Grants