The Financial Impact Of Dropping Out Of College
Dropping out can trigger loan payments and Pell Grant repayment. Here’s what to know.
Robert Farrington is America’s Millennial Money Expert® and America’s Student Loan Debt Expert™, and the founder of The College Investor, a personal finance site dedicated to helping millennials escape student loan debt to start investing and building wealth for the future. You can learn more about him on the About Page or on his personal site RobertFarrington.com.
He regularly writes about investing, student loan debt, and general personal finance topics geared toward anyone wanting to earn more, get out of debt, and start building wealth for the future.
He has been quoted in major publications, including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, ABC, NBC, Today, and more. He is also a regular contributor to Forbes.

Dropping out can trigger loan payments and Pell Grant repayment. Here’s what to know.

New guidance restricts Federal Work Study funds from political activities and requires schools to prioritize career-focused jobs.

Here’s what you need to know if you’re thinking about buying Bitcoin or investing in cryptocurrency for the first time.

What is an ISA? How does a student loan compare to an income sharing agreement? What are the pros and cons of this agreement? Take a look!

Weigh the risks of crypto against the proven track record of stocks.

Here’s our trick to getting quick student loans at the last minute to pay for college.

Borrowers share their stories on TikTok in hopes of turning audience engagement into student loan payments.

We break down exactly what to do step-by-step when disputing a medical bill when you’ve either been incorrectly billed or can’t afford your payment.

New PSLF rule could disqualify employers over “substantial illegal purpose” definitions.

Fidelity’s 2025 study shows students focus on cost, career, and realistic student debt expectations for college.

Check out our ultimate college packing list so you can be prepared with what you need to bring to college to live in the dorms.
The College Investor® provides the latest news and analysis for saving and paying for college, student loan debt, personal finance, banking, and college admissions.