With the U.Plan, you can save all year long, there's a minimum, it's a safe investment, it's for undergraduate study, you don't have to decide on a school now, there are age restrictions, and there are tax incentives. …

Topics include the amount to borrow, the timing of applying, reducing loan amounts, and increasing loan amounts …

When deciding which to prioritize, use tools to determine the cost of delaying saving for college and the interest you will save by prepaying your loan. …

Tips include setting up your space, scheduling study time, planning meals, connecting with others, and engaging with professors. …

Federal loans can be subsidized or unsubsidized, have an interest rate that changes with each year's loans, and tend to be more lenient with repayment. Private loans are offered by various lenders, typically have interest rates tied to credit scores, and usually are stricter with repayment.…

The schools in the Brockton District have utilized MEFA Pathway, been inaugural schools for Common Application integration, and won the FAFSA Day Challenge. …

Questions include how do I get the Federal Direct Student Loan, how do lenders decide on the interest rate they offer each borrower, how do we pay a loan's origination fee, and how long does it usually take for a student loan application to process.…

Options include community college, trade schools, technology programs, and gap years. …

Learn what you need to know when comparing private loan options and the steps for applying once you have decided on a lender, including visiting the lender's website, completing the application, selecting your loan, and signing the Loan Agreement with your co-borrower. …

A student who just finished her freshman year gives social, logistical, roommate, and mindset advice. …