This Week In College And Money News: June 5, 2026
The OBBBA rollout is delaying loans for med and vet students just weeks before July 1, plus Harvard and Ursinus College all cut staff.
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CARL App Review: Digital Hedge Fund Investing For Accredited Investors
CARL gives accredited investors access to alternative investment funds with a $20,000 minimum and a streamlined online platform.
Pledged Asset Line (PAL): Borrow With A Portfolio Line Of Credit
Here’s how you can use a margin loan to borrow from your investment portfolio as an alternative to a HELOC or other credit.
Vet and Medical Students Face Loan Disbursement Delays as OBBBA Rollout Stalls Aid
Veterinary and medical students starting summer programs face federal loan disbursement delays as schools rush to implement OBBBA changes.
Renters Insurance for Off-Campus Students: What It Costs and Why It’s Worth It
Off campus college students have different considerations for renters insurance once they leave the dorms.
Robinhood Review: Investing App Pros And Cons
Robinhood is a commission-free brokerage that is app-based, where you can trade stocks, options, and even cryptocurrency.
Real-Time FAFSA Result Launch: What Students And Financial Aid Offices Need To Know
The Department of Education launched real-time FAFSA results on May 31, 2026. Students now get their SAI and Pell eligibility instantly.
College Pricing Black Box: How Colleges Inflate the Cost of a Degree
Colleges advertise one price but charge another. See how aid tactics, fees, and lost credits inflate what families really pay — and how to push back.
Gen Z Got Only 38% Right On A Basic Money Quiz — The Worst Of Any Generation
Most Americans flunked a basic money quiz this year. Adults got just 47% of personal finance questions right — the worst score in a decade. Gen Z scored worst.
Could Your College Close? 5 Warning Signs Every Family Should Watch For
Hampshire and Anna Maria just announced closures. Here are 5 warning signs your college could shut down — and what to do to protect yourself.
On-Campus Students, Online Classes: What Are They Actually Paying For?
40% of California college classes are now online — even for on-campus students. A look at what tuition and housing dollars are really buying.