A Guide to Alternative Sources of College Funds
Information and program details for alternative sources of college funds. Includes a review of the UPromise program, the Montgomery GI Bill, Work-Study programs, and retirement plan loans.
The UPromise and BabyMint programs make contributions to a college savings account for your child every time you shop at thousands of retailers. The programs are free to join and can help parents accumulate thousands of dollars of savings for college costs.
The Montgomery GI Bill offers a significant amount of money for college expenses (almost $40,000) in exchange for a few years of U.S. military service. This article provides an overview of the rules and benefits of the program.
Many people's college funding plan involves a loan from their 401k. Here's an overview of the rules and risks associated with this decision.
The Federal Work-Study Program helps fund and secure employment for students enrolled in college, in order to help them offset their educational expenses.
There is a new breed of credit cards available to parents which allows them to earn tuition as they shop. This article provides an overview of the top cards.