College Costs
Understanding the average college tuition and how much college really costs
Jul 19, 2023
Learn about what factors influence the cost of college and how they are broken down. See how your college decision might affect the annual costs.
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Planning for college costs
Helpful information on reducing tuition, typical college living expenses, paying for school, and cost of college FAQs.
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What you need to know about paying your college tuition bill
It helps to get organized when the time comes to pay your tuition. Discover Student Loans prepares you for what you need to know about paying college tuition.
Understanding the average college tuition and how much college really costs
Learn about what factors influence the cost of college and how they are broken down. See how your college decision might affect the annual costs.
Ten ways to lower tuition costs
These tips from Discover Student Loans can help you reduce tuition costs. After maximizing free financial aid, learn how to lower college tuition costs.
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How to save money on college housing expenses
Find out your options when considering how to afford college housing. Get advice on how to limit college expenses when choosing where to live.
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Creative ways to save money on textbooks
Feb 03, 2023
College textbooks can be shockingly expensive. Find helpful ways to save money on this necessary expense with help from Discover Student Loans.
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How to pay for graduate school
Jan 30, 2023
With scholarships, loans, and more, you can get a graduate degree while balancing debt. Learn how to pay for graduate school with Discover Student Loans.
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In-state vs. out-of-state tuition: Does it pay to stay in-state?
Dec 27, 2022
Wondering if you can afford out of state tuition? Discover Student Loans helps you compare in-state vs out-of-state tuition across the country to help pick locations that might be right for you.
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What you need to know about paying your college tuition bill
Nov 21, 2022
It helps to get organized when the time comes to pay your tuition. Discover Student Loans prepares you for what you need to know about paying college tuition.
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Ten ways to lower tuition costs
Nov 08, 2022
These tips from Discover Student Loans can help you reduce tuition costs. After maximizing free financial aid, learn how to lower college tuition costs.
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How to Pay for College Without Your Parents’ Financial Help
Apr 13, 2022
There are options if you have to pay for college by yourself. Loans, scholarships, jobs, and more can help you pay without your parents' financial help.
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How to Pay Tuition When You Don't Have the Cash
Feb 09, 2022
If college tuition is due but you don't have the cash, you can use private loans, a payment plan, and other tools. Read more at Discover Student Loans.
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