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3 years ago
Paying for College

which is a better way to save money for college?
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Good afternoon everyone, I wanted to ask you I'm trying to investigate on how to save money but it's a hard decision, so I wanted to tell you which is a better way to save money for college and why? if you could help me I would really appreciate it. thank you😊

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@ShaquilleOatmeal
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3 years ago

Hey @parrotsquad, I moved this question to Paying for College since I think you'll get more helpful answers there!

[🎤 AUTHOR]@parrotsquad3 years ago

Ok @ShaquilleOatmeal Thank you

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3 years ago

There are many ways to save for college. The most common being a summer job while other methods are seeking merit-based aid and scholarships. Furthermore, your college search is crucial in determining the cost for college—in-sate, OOS, the university’s endowment, the university’s general aid offers, etc.

IMO, I would start with your college search. This so that you can plan well-before deadlines and what-not. Moreover, you and your family will be able to assess the full price tag of your education.

Secondly, I would apply to as many scholarships as you can. Big and small. I encourage you to view a previous discussion reply of mine: ( https://www.collegevine.com/c/paying-for-college/14355/let-s-support-each-other-on-our-scholarship-journey ).

Lastly, (or secondly), I’d seek a job that can help ease your expenses into college. Money from a job will go more so toward your personal expenses such as travel, dorm accommodations, and extras, rather than tuitions—but adjust as you see fit.

Hope this helps!!

There are also plenty of articles out there, but much of them are targeted toward “parents saving for their child’s education”, but I’m sure they can offer insight all the same. Good luck

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