Articles by Andrew Pentis
DACA Financial Aid: How ‘Dreamers’ Can Get Help Paying for College
June 30, 2020
No federal law forbids undocumented immigrants from seeking a degree in the U.S. However, only 5% to 10% of the estimated 65,000 DACA students who... read more
Student Loans for Single Moms and Dads — And Other Financial Aid
June 10, 2020
If you have a child who’s years from leaving the nest, you have time to save up for their college costs. But paying for your... read more
Are Meal Plans Worth It for College Students?
April 6, 2020
The short answer to the important college question “Are meal plans worth it?” is that it depends. You could find yourself asking this if you... read more
Best Associate Degree Jobs and Vocational Jobs
October 24, 2019
Earnings for employees with only an associate degree are 28% — or $336 a week — less than what a typical bachelor’s degree holder makes,... read more
In Which Majors Do Students Go Furthest Into Debt, and Is it Worth it?
July 30, 2019
Going to college undoubtedly increases a student’s earning prospects. Those who obtain a degree make an average of 71% more money than peers who halted... read more