#college-finances

#college-finances

Nearly three-quarters of college presidents are "extremely concerned" about the implications of the Trump administration and Congress's new federal policy priorities, according to a survey the American Council on Education published Monday. ACE surveyed 517 senior leaders-including college presidents, provosts and heads of trade associations-between July 28 and Aug. 8 about their most pressing concerns for the higher education sector.

If you're a college freshman, congratulations! You're now likely financially responsible for yourself. While that can be exciting, it can also be nerve-wracking especially if you don't have a lot of money. You have the freedom to control your own budget. At the same time, you may have thousands of dollars in student loans. How do you make smart financial decisions so you have enough money to spend at school and don't graduate with more debt than you need?