9 Things That Allowed Me To Graduate University Debt-Free
Graduating debt-free is one of my greatest accomplishments, along with buying my house at 24. I’ve always been an annoying over-achiever, mainly because staying busy and reaching milestones is good for...
View Article4 Ways I Ended Up Saving Money Going To Graduate School Abroad
During my senior year of college, I was grappling with the same decision that many other soon-to-be-graduates deal with: What am I going to do now? I knew only one thing for certain — I desperately...
View ArticleHere’s How I Made My College Degree $12,000 Less Expensive
College is expensive. People are coming out with an average of $17,000+ of student debt. I’ve seen figures that are larger than that, upwards of $30,000+. I was lucky in that my parents paid for all of...
View ArticleHow I Could Have Saved Thousands On My Education, But Didn’t
I’m one of those people who will go hungry from lunch ‘til 1 AM, because they refuse to spend $3 on a muffin and will stubbornly ignore their stomach until they get home from work. [Editor’s note: we...
View Article6 Steps To Make College Less Expensive You Probably Hadn’t Thought Of
Winning an outside scholarship can be surprisingly hard, and a small $500 scholarship may not seem like much when applying to schools. Yet each small chunk of money means getting to work fewer hours at...
View ArticleThe FAFSA Option No One Told Me About, & How It Helped Me Get My Degree
I remember finally walking into my college’s financial aid office toward the end of my freshman year. I was wringing my hands, looking around nervously, unsure of where to start in explaining my...
View Article7 Things That Allowed Me To Earn A Master’s Degree Debt-Free
After graduating with a BA (and debt), I pursued a master’s degree for just under $60,000. I graduate in May and will graduate debt-free. The process was overwhelming, exhausting, and sometimes a poor...
View ArticleThe Advice I Wish I’d Been Given As A First-Generation College Student
Many contributors to TFD have spoken before about the struggles of being a first-generation college student. The college process, from application to graduation, can be confusing, overwhelming, and...
View ArticleHow I Paid Off My Student Debt After Graduating From College As A Teen Mom
Like a lot of people, I wanted to get my bachelor’s degree. However, my parents did not have a college fund for me, and my G.P.A was a 2.0, so scholarships were even more elusive. Oh, and I should...
View ArticleYour Makeup Is Grosser Than You Think — Here’s How To Clean It
Makeup is meant to be fun. Whether you’re experimenting with different shades, dressing up for a special occasion, or adding a pop of color to finish off a look, it’s an inherently enjoyable process....
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