Student Loan Cosigner: Everything Both of You Need to Know (2026)
Thinking about cosigning a student loan? Or asking someone to? Here's what it really means...
May 17, 2026
Lawrence Myers
Senior Education Writer
Lawrence Myers is a senior education writer covering college admissions, university rankings, financial aid, and career outcomes. He specializes in translating complex higher-education data into clear, practical guidance for students and parents navigating the application process.
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Student Loan Consolidation vs. Refinancing: Which One Actually Saves You Money?
Consolidation simplifies payments but doesn't lower your rate. Refinancing saves money but...
May 17, 2026
How Much Can You Borrow in Student Loans? The Real Limits (2026)
Federal loan limits, private loan maximums, and the number that actually matters. How much...
May 8, 2026
How to Improve Your GPA (2026)
Your college GPA is your gateway to jobs and grad school. If you're struggling, here's how...
Apr 30, 2026
What is a Doctorate Degree? Your Guide to Earning a (2026)
Thinking about a PhD or other doctorate? Here's everything you need to know: types, timeli...
Apr 30, 2026
Scholarships From Companies (2026)
Major companies offer scholarships—Microsoft, Google, Coca-Cola, and more. Here's which co...
Apr 30, 2026
Top 8 Cheapest Out-of-State Colleges (2026)
Out-of-state tuition is brutal. Here's a list of the cheapest public universities that acc...
Apr 30, 2026
GMAT Guide: Everything You Need to Know (2026)
GMAT is the test you'll take for MBA programs. Here's what's on it, how it's scored, what...
Apr 30, 2026
How to Apply to Colleges with a Low GPA: 2026 Strategy
Low GPA? You're not locked out. Here's how to apply strategically to colleges that conside...
Apr 30, 2026
Student-to-Faculty Ratio: What It Means in 2026
A low student-to-faculty ratio (under 15:1) means smaller classes, more professor access,...
Apr 30, 2026
FAFSA Guide for Students with Divorced Parents (2026)
FAFSA with divorced parents? The form has gotcha rules about which parent claims you. Here...
Apr 30, 2026
FAFSA Deadline 2026-2027: Don't Miss Out on Financial Aid!
FAFSA doesn't have to be painful. Here's a plain-English, step-by-step guide to filling it...
Apr 30, 2026
How to Get the Highest ACT Score Possible (2026 Guide)
A perfect ACT score is 36. Here's how to build a prep plan that gets you there, what the h...
Apr 30, 2026
Colleges That Superscore the ACT 2026: Complete List
Complete list of 50+ colleges that superscore the ACT in 2026, plus retake strategy and sc...
Apr 30, 2026
List of Ivy League Schools (2026): All 8 Universities
All 8 Ivies, side by side: acceptance rates, tuition, rankings, and locations. Compare Har...
Apr 30, 2026
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Old SAT to New SAT Conversion Chart [Easy Guide] (2026)
The SAT changed in 2016. Here's how scores from the old SAT convert to the new scale so yo...
Apr 30, 2026
Top 5 Highest Paying Trade School Programs in 2026
Top trade school programs in 2026: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, welding, diesel mechanics....
Apr 30, 2026
When Do ACT Scores Come Out? Important 2026 - 2027 Dates
ACT scores release 2–8 weeks after your test date. Here's the full 2026-2027 release sched...
Apr 30, 2026
Types of Business Degrees: A Beginners Guide (2026)
Business degrees come in flavors: accounting, finance, marketing, management, entrepreneur...
Apr 30, 2026
Top 17 Quick and Easy Scholarships and Grants (2026)
Some scholarships take 30 minutes to apply for and ask simple questions—no essay required....
Apr 30, 2026
Top 20 Best Colleges for Women's Soccer Scholarships (2026)
Women's soccer players at competitive Division 1 schools like Stanford, Penn State, and UN...
Apr 30, 2026
Top 20 Nursing Scholarships for High School Seniors (2026)
Nursing shortages mean serious scholarship money for high school grads heading into nursin...
Apr 30, 2026
How to Avoid College Scholarship Scams and Tricks (2026)
Scholarship scams prey on desperation. Here's exactly what to watch for, red flags that sc...
Apr 30, 2026
Which Colleges Require SAT Essay in 2026-2027?
No college requires the SAT essay in 2026–2027—the essay was dropped. Here's what to do if...
Apr 30, 2026