4 overlooked ways to pay for college, without the help of loans

4 overlooked ways to pay for college, without the help of loans

  Does the price of tuition give you sticker shock? You’re not alone! Last year, the College Board reported the average cost of tuition and fees varied — $39,400 at private colleges, $10,940 for state residents at public colleges and $28,240 for out-of-state residents attending public universities. While loans can ease some of the burden […]

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5 tips for filling out the FAFSA for college

5 tips for filling out the FAFSA for college

  When families begin looking at the cost of college, their jaws often drop. And understandably so — the sticker prices of many institutions, especially private schools, can be intimidating! As you begin planning how to pay for college, start by not being afraid of the sticker price. At most schools, few families actually write […]

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8 FAQ’s for students researching financial aid, and 8 helpful answers!

Financial aid FAQ's from Marymount University

  The college admissions process can come with a lot of challenges, but paying for your degree does not need to add to your stress levels. That’s where having a financial aid plan comes in. Here at Marymount University, we have years of experience helping students finance their education. Keep reading for a list of […]

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3 ways to talk about your college decision with your parents

3 ways to talk about your college decision with your parents

  You’ve opened the heavily anticipated acceptance letters and now it’s time to decide — where are you going to go to college? You may have your eyes set on a certain school, but there is another party that you should include in your college decision — your parents. Our parents do a pretty good […]

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