Youth & Student Finances

Back-to-school season is upon us, and a new semester means new expenses. Saving money in college can be difficult, but finding smart ways to budget and save is an important step to avoid piling debt in college. Help yourself (and your finances) by implementing new budget habits to your fall routine this year. Read below for five easy tips on how you to maximize your savings this semester and beyond. Learn more

Looking for a tax-advantaged college savings vehicle that has no age restrictions and no income phaseout limits — and one you can use to pay for more than just tuition? Consider 529 savings plans, a popular way to save for higher-education expenses. Named after the section of the tax code that authorized them, 529 plans (also known as qualified tuition plans) are now offered in almost every state. You may find that 529 plans make saving for college easier than before. Learn more

Over the last 30 years, our nation has seen a steady rise in the cost of attending a 4-year university. Whether you choose a state college or private university, the chance that you come out with between $10k – $40k worth of debt is at least 50%. Student loan borrowing has hit an all-time high, and has increasingly become more difficult to pay down as college expenses rise disproportionately over time. Learn more