College costs
March 17, 2021
I’m Miriam Neff-with STARTING OVER FINANCIALLY, and I’m Valerie Neff Hogan, and we’re here to talk about money
M Changes in college policies, on campus, as well as remote learning are impacting families and higher education. Pause and ask, what is my student, our family, expecting from the college experience? Asking the ‘Why’ brings perspective and wisdom.
V This matters. If classes are online, why pay room and board? Seriously consider return on investment. Spring is a time of learning application acceptance or rejection. Will that investment—the costs of college—result in meaningful work and income? Time wisely spent is completing the FAFSA, a common financial form for grants and scholarships.
M That two year local junior college is likely the most affordable option. Students determine their commitment to studying and parents can wisely determine return on investment. This