College is one of the most significant expenses many people will face. Oftentimes, the thought of higher education leaves many students and parents worrying, how do I pay for college?

Suppose you are a senior in high school about to graduate, or you have graduated and are thinking about heading back to school. In that case, you may have heard the term “post-secondary education.” As the name implies, a post-secondary education encompasses any further education you pursue after high school

It is important to recognize the significant role education plays in our lives. Not only does it help us gain critical knowledge, but it teaches us healthy habits and skills. The benefits gained from education lead to broader social and economic benefits that positively impact society.

Broadmoor, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) were established with the primary purpose of educating Black Americans. Even though HBCUs make up just 3% of the U.S.’s total colleges and universities, they have and continue to help to educate and inspire many successful leaders

While the announcement of a student loan pause was exciting for many college graduates with student loan debt, it also left room for uncertainty. Since March 2020, federal student loan payments have been paused for approximately 45 million Americans, relieving borrowers of the potential burden of making those monthly payments.

For people that wish to pursue higher education, applying to schools and preparing to enter college should mark the beginning of an exciting new chapter. Instead, students are often stressed when they must confront how they are going to pay for college. In many cases, students opt for expensive private