Longer pieces on money, assistance, and the practical details our guides do not have room for.
Free meals in college come through SNAP, campus pantries, Swipe Out Hunger, and UK FE grants. Here's exactly how to qualify and apply for each.
May 9, 2026
Michigan FAFSA deadline is July 1, 2026—but May 1 matters more. Learn every Michigan state aid program, amounts, and how to qualify for 2026.
May 9, 2026
Free campus counseling is available at almost every college—but most students never use it. Here's how to access it, beat wait times, and find backup options.
May 8, 2026
College budget guide: map semester income, break down real costs, choose a method that sticks, and avoid the debt trap most students fall into.
May 8, 2026
Peer mentoring programs in college boost retention by up to 16 points and improve GPA. Here's what the research shows and how the best programs are built.
May 8, 2026
The FAFSA Simplification Act reshaped who gets aid and how much. Here's what changed, who benefits, and what the 2024 rollout disaster cost students.
May 7, 2026
Grants for international students in the US explained — Fulbright, university awards, private grants. Learn what's available, who wins, and how to fund your degree.
May 7, 2026
Louisiana state financial aid programs explained—TOPS tiers, Go Grant, MJ Foster Promise, and more. Eligibility, award amounts, and how to apply in 2025.
May 7, 2026
LGBTQ resources on college campuses are shrinking fast. Learn what support exists, how to find it, and what the mental health data actually shows.
May 6, 2026