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My worst fear is being in a devastating amount of debt. Should I invest my money into a 529 Savings Plan? In addition, what is the best type of student loan to take out that won't plunge me into a financial crisis? Thanks!

I am a college student studying secondary education (language arts). I know that most teachers do not make the best salary, and I was looking for advice on what I can do to make that salary higher. I know that most schools pay more for teachers with a higher education level. Should I choose to...

I am a senior in high school, who is about to head to a university to finish my pre-requisites. I am really curious if there are any specific tips you recommend as I prepare to go into medical school, and what would should I expect going in.

I am in 12th grade and a woman interested in entering the finance field. I have spent the past year doing a research project on the underrepresentation of women in the finance field and how it compares across major financial hubs in the US.

I have to decide between attending a school close to where I live for a full ride or my dream school that hasn't provided enough aid. I've heard a lot of arguements explaining why I should take the full ride, but I really hope to attend my dream school

I am attending PSU main campus, so money is definitely one of my biggest worries at the moment.

I have applied for numerous scholarships but am still looking at needing about $20,000 in loans per year to cover my costs. I don't want to be in crippling debt when I graduate and would love ideas I may not have thought of.

I want to be able to go to college and live my life without having to stress to much about money. What are some pieces of advice and tips I could use to help reduce stress about money?

My name is Janiya, and I attend Stewarts Creek High School. If you have any tips, it would be great if you shared!

Hi! I’m currently a sophomore college student considering transferring, and I’ve been thinking a lot about how people talk about college as an “investment.” What I’m struggling with is that, unlike traditional investments, students don’t really get clear ROI projections before making huge...

I want to have a good credit score early in life, I just don't know how to get a good credit score

I am a student at Chino High School, and through a unique Dual Enrollment program, I am on track to graduate with my High School Diploma, a College Diploma, and an Associate Degree in Studio Art all at 18 years old. Because of this program, my entire college education so far has cost me roughly...

I am now 27. I completed my BA in 2020 with 5.7 CGPA and dropped my MA course midway in 2022. It's shame that I am sitting idle in these last 3.5 years and still not able to figure out what to do. I just hesitate and keep on thinking before trying to attempt. I have no work experience. I am a...

and do you think a human being can survive off of working at McDonald's for the rest of their lives. if they couldn't what difficulties would they face?

I just want to know because I want to get into these majors

How should I prioritize what scholarships I apply to? I only have so much time to apply for scholarships, and I don't want to waste time on time things that, even though I quality for, I realistically won't win?

I’m a military spouse and because we moved too much I don’t held a job for long. I also have gaps in my resume and the experience listed is not longer than a year. I adjusted my resume to a functional resume but I don’t get any interviews.

#fall25

I'm a 2 year transfer student and already excited to start a small salon business in the local community with my best friend.

I Plan on majoring in Finance.

Is it really as taking out a student loan and now you’re stuck with it for a long time before you can pay it off? I’ve been wondering because I might want to take a loan for college, and I’m wondering if I will get stuck in debt?

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I am 18 years old, and I plan to join the United States Marines after taking the ASVAB in September. What advice do you have for me before I join in late September or early October?

I am a 12th grader going to college in the fall. I have committed to a private school for my undergrad, but I am stressed about the amount of debt that I will have for the next few years. Does anyone have any tips on how I can reduce the amount of money I will owe by the time I leave? #Spring25

I am going USC Upstate, and am doing all 4 years, I want to graduate with little debt, I am willing to work really hard and have a good budget!

I need to know why

what could be the best way to make sure I am financially prepared for when I graduate and start working and I complete my training for my trade so I could work well too.

money making ways

Also, what are some jobs to get before going into the program just for exposure for experience? Are any certs needed?

I like finance and graphic design equally. Finance can be a little be challenging and need a lot of math classes in order to get that degree. For graphic design, i thought it might be easier since it’s creative performance and stuff. Finance positions does pay a lot more than graphic designer....

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I am exploring the ways that my skills and values align, I value finance, socialization, and being mindful. My strongest skills are related to working with people, these include planning, socializing and selling.

I'm almost a year in the service and I still don't have a credit card or a vehicle.

and how much money will it take to get a full ride

I need help getting into my field without starting back at entry level.

#cybersecurity #computer science #cyber

I am just trying to see if it would be worth my time and money

I want to be able to make a lot of money and still enjoy my job. I want to be able to retire and have extra money to take my family in trips and other things etc.

How long do you normally go to college for a law enforcement officer?

I have an uncle that is an electrician, and I've recently gained interest in it and I'd like to learn more about the education and the pay of the career.

What is the best way to make money, save it, spend it, and build more off it while being in school full time and under sixteen, and what careers would be best for doing so?

I never really enjoyed high school and I think it would be a waste of money to go to college. But I want to make a good salary.

i literallyyyy am so confused because i see all these people ballin in miami and i’m tryna get like that. so how do people do it? like i’m so confused😭

How can I start investing?

For if there's a specific item I wish to own, or if my mother is short a few bucks on rent for bills, how can I budget my money to help her and buy items I'd like too?

How do students like me get started on and prepare for our college journey? What should we look for in colleges to know that it is the best option for us? I would also like to ask what are ways we can raise money for out of-state colleges

I'm going into 11th grade, and I can't seem to find a job. I still don't know what college I want to go to either or how to get a scholarship. Can this site help?

I want to study about economic

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I'm interested in entering the business/finance field, even though I am aware of amount of effort that is required. I'm very driven and eager to learn, however I'm not sure where to start or even what specific area of the fields to go into. Could anyone who works under these fields explain...

Moving out of my parents house is scary and I can get anxious about the unknown. There is A LOT of unknown.

I want to make a lot of money doing the things I love. With sports is one of those things. I'm not saying I want to play sports necessarily, but I want to be invloved.