• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Navigating Money And Education

  • About
  • Podcasts
  • Social
  • Newsletter
  • Save For College
  • Student Loans
  • Investing
  • Banking
  • Taxes
  • Scholarships
  • Forum
  • Search
Custom Choice Student Loans Review
Student Loans
September 7, 2026

Are There Student Loans That Go Directly To You?

There are no student loans that go directly to you. In the United States, all qualified education loans must be disbursed to the college first.

how accurate are college admissions calculators

Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) Student Loan Calculator

Filed Under: Student Loans

dependent vs independent student

What Does A Negative SAI Mean?

Filed Under: Financial Aid

bungled FAFSA launch

How Do You Calculate Current Net Worth Of Assets For FAFSA

Filed Under: Financial Aid

Best Investing Blogs Of 2023

Tablewealth Review: Manage Your Finances Your Way

Filed Under: Investing

Latest News

July 15, 2025, Washington, District Of Columbia, USA: U.S. Representative SUZANNE BONAMICI (D-OR) speaking at a hearing of the House Committee on Education and Workforce about ''Antisemitism in Higher Education: Examining the Role of Faculty Funding and Ideology'', at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. (Credit Image: © Michael Brochstein/ZUMA Press Wire)

New Bill Would Use IRS Data To Automatically Put Struggling Student Loan Borrowers Into Low Payments

Filed Under: News

United States Senator Elizabeth Warren (Democrat of Massachusetts), questions Kevin Warsh at a Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs hearing to examine the semiannual monetary policy report to the congress, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC, on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. (Photo by Mattie Neretin/Sipa USA)

Senators Demand ED Account for $1 Billion Student Loan Fund as Defaults Hit 9M

Filed Under: News

High school hallway representing high school guidance counselor push to college.

High Schools Push Four-Year College To 66% Of Students. Only 45% Actually Go.

Filed Under: News

Southwest Tennessee Community College in Memphis, TN

Free Community College Pays For Itself, New NBER Study Finds

Filed Under: News

Latest Articles

bungled FAFSA launch
Financial Aid
September 5, 2026

How Do You Calculate Current Net Worth Of Assets For FAFSA

Learn how to calculate and report assets for FAFSA, including cash, investments, business, and farm net worth.

High school hallway representing high school guidance counselor push to college.
News
September 4, 2026

High Schools Push Four-Year College To 66% Of Students. Only 45% Actually Go.

RAND survey: 66% of high school students say school staff push four-year college; community college, trades, and apprenticeships get little emphasis.

Southwest Tennessee Community College in Memphis, TN
News
September 4, 2026

Free Community College Pays For Itself, New NBER Study Finds

New NBER research finds Tennessee’s free community college program raised enrollment, degrees, and earnings — and paid for itself through tax revenue.

Best Investing Blogs Of 2023
Investing
September 4, 2026

Tablewealth Review: Manage Your Finances Your Way

Tablewealth syncs financial accounts with spreadsheets, dashboards, and custom apps for flexible net worth, investing, and spending tracking. Learn more.

SAI Chart EFC Chart
Financial Aid
September 3, 2026

2027 – 2028 Student Aid Index (SAI) Chart And Calculator

Here is the Student Aid Index SAI Chart and calculator that shows how much aid students can expect to receive by family income level.

News
September 3, 2026

IRS Proposes Ending Tax-Exempt Status For 18,000 Private Schools Over Race-Based Policies

Treasury and IRS proposed rules would end tax-exempt status for private schools with race-based policies, hitting 18,000 schools. Lawsuits are likely.

News
September 3, 2026

How To Start Building Credit Early: Moves To Make Before You Need It

Here are the steps to take to start building credit early, before you’re 18, when you’re in college, or however early you can start.

News
September 2, 2026

Texas State Doubles Free Tuition Income Cap To $100,000 For 2027 Freshmen

Texas State’s expanded Bobcat Promise gives free tuition to Fall 2027 freshmen in the top 25% of their class with family income of $100,000 or less.

Female Content Creator At Home Recording A Video
News
September 2, 2026

ASU’s New “Influencer Degree” Costs Up To $60,000 A Year. Will It Pay Off?

Arizona State University launched a content creation bachelor’s degree. Here’s what the “influencer degree” costs and whether it can actually pay off.

Financial Aid if you drop out of college
Calculators
September 2, 2026

Financial Aid Calculator For 2027-28 (SAI Calculator)

Our financial aid calculator to help you find your Student Aid Index (SAI) and determine your financial aid eligibility.

Columbus, Ohio, USA: Aerial view of Ohio Stadium, also known as the Horseshoe, the Shoe, and the House That Harley Built, is an American football stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on the campus of The Ohio State University.
News
September 1, 2026

Ohio State Pays $2.1 Million To Settle Claims It Hid Researchers’ China Ties

Ohio State will pay $2.1 million to settle DOJ claims it failed to disclose researchers’ China ties on NASA and NSF grant applications since 2012.

Next Page »

Primary Sidebar


Add The College Investor as a Preferred Source on Google
As Featured In

Social Media

Popular Posts

SAI Chart EFC Chart

2027 – 2028 Student Aid Index (SAI) Chart And Calculator

Net Worth of Millennials

Average Net Worth Of Millennials By Age (2026 Update)

A dynamic infographic illustration titled "The College Investor: Best Side Hustles" features a stylized figure of a man in a black shirt on the lower center, gesturing with an open hand towards a list of icons on a light blue panel on the right. The background is a mix of white and light blue, adorned with scattered light blue polka dots and minimalist black line art shapes like plus signs and triangles. The man's gesture highlights three black icons arranged vertically: a funnel, a camera, and a chef's hat, each accompanied by five blue stars, suggesting high ratings for these side hustle categories. This visual aims to help readers identify worthwhile side hustles with high earning potential, good scheduling flexibility, and growth opportunities, tying into the article's focus on effective ways to earn extra money to achieve financial goals like paying off student loans or saving for retirement.

20 Best Side Hustles of 2026: Ranked by Earnings, Flexibility, and Growth

Photograph of the historic Vassar College, a private, coeducational, liberal arts college in the town of Poughkeepsie, New York. Founded in 1861 by Matthew Vassar

30 Most Expensive Colleges in 2026: Tuition Tops $72,000 at Every School on the List

A man with blonde hair, dressed in a white collared shirt, sits relaxed on a wooden bench with his hands clasped behind his head, gazing out over a calm body of water at sunset. A silver laptop is visible next to him on the bench, suggesting he has just finished working or is taking a break while his investments generate passive income. The warm, soft light of the setting sun creates a tranquil atmosphere, emphasizing the freedom and peace of mind associated with achieving financial independence through passive income streams. This image perfectly illustrates the article's core message about earning money without continuous active effort, highlighting the desired outcome of strategic monetary or time investments.

30 Passive Income Ideas To Build Wealth In 2026

IRS Refund Schedule

IRS Tax Refund Calendar And Schedule 2026 (Updated)

529 Plan By Age

How Much Should You Have In A 529 Plan By Age

Side Hustle Ideas

54 Side Hustle Ideas To Make Money Fast

Student Loan Forgiveness Programs

How To Get Student Loan Forgiveness [Full Program List]

wait to repay your student loans

For-Profit College Student Loan Forgiveness List

Ultimate Guides

How To Fill Out The FAFSA | Source: The College Investor

How To Fill Out The FAFSA: 2027-28 Step-By-Step Guide

Student Loan Forgiveness Programs By State

The Full List Of Student Loan Forgiveness Programs By State

529 Plan Guide

529 Plans: The Ultimate Guide To College Savings Plans

Student Loans and Financial Aid By State

Student Loan And Financial Aid Programs By State

Student Loan Advice

The Definitive Guide To Student Loan Debt

Latest Research

MINNEAPOLIS/USA - July 23: Tate Labratory on the campus of the University of Minnesota. The University of Minnesota is a university in Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN and the 6th largest university in the USA.

Why Is College So Expensive? 5 Forces Behind Rising Tuition Costs

EVANSTON, IL,USA - JUNE 20, 2021 - Entrance sign and gardens to Northwestern University.

Are Expensive Colleges Worth It? New Data on Price, Selectivity, and Graduation Rates

Profile views of a young woman and a young man facing each other, set against a grey background adorned with hand-drawn lightbulbs. A single bright yellow lightbulb glows centrally between them, symbolizing the realization or "bright idea" regarding the shifting gender dynamics in higher education. This visual metaphor accompanies an analysis of the growing gender gap in college degree attainment, where women now outpace men in earning Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degrees. Source: The College Investor

Gender Gap in College Degrees: 50 Years of Data Explained

Institutional Merit Grants

Who Gets Merit Based Scholarships At Private Colleges?

This image depicts a stylized graphic representing college education and its perceived value, set against a dynamic background of gold and black shapes. A prominent white circular icon in the center showcases a black graduation cap with a tassel, positioned above a rolled-up diploma tied with a ribbon, symbolizing academic achievement and a college degree. To the left, the top of a person's head and shoulders are visible, suggesting a student or individual considering their educational path. The background features various abstract shapes, including long, rounded rectangles in black and gold, smaller white dots, and thin diagonal lines, creating a sense of movement and modern relevance. This visual reinforces the article's theme about Americans weighing in on college costs, education policy, and the worth of a college degree in 2025, particularly given that public sentiment on college value is currently low.

New Poll Reveals How Americans Feel About College

The College Investor Audio Show

TCI Audio Show iTunes the College Investor Audio Show YouTube Music The College Investor Audio Show Spotify The College Investor Audio Show

RSS feed: Latest Episodes Latest Episodes

  • NIL Money And Taxes: What College Athletes Owe The IRS, The FAFSA, And Their Agent September 4, 2026
  • ED Changes Grad PLUS Rule: Credit Hours Now Decide Who Keeps Uncapped Student Loans September 3, 2026
  • Parent PLUS Caps At $20,000 A Year, Leaving Cosigners Fewer Options In Year 4 September 2, 2026
  • PSLF Payment Counts Drop as Education Department Corrects IDR Adjustment Errors September 1, 2026
  • Sanders Bill Would Ban Social Security Garnishment For Defaulted Student Loans August 31, 2026

Footer

Who We Are

The College Investor® provides the latest news and analysis for saving and paying for college, student loan debt, personal finance, banking, and college admissions.

Connect

  • Social
  • Contact
  • Newsletter
  • Advertise
  • Press & Media
  • Helpful Calculators

About

  • About
  • In The News
  • Research
  • Editorial Guidelines
  • How We Make Money
  • Archives

Social

Copyright © 2026 · The College Investor® · 2514 Jamacha Rd, Ste 502, El Cajon, CA 92019

Privacy Policy ·Terms of Service · DO NOT Sell My Personal Information