Meet Jennifer Dunn, Our Spring 2017 Nitro Scholarship Winner
"I applied to four different colleges: the University of South Alabama, the University of Alabama,...
401(k) Withdrawal or Private Student Loan: Which Is Better to Pay for College?
Withdraw or Borrow?
As a parent, you'll explore all avenues to find funds for your child's college...
The Nitro Guide to Getting a Private Student Loan
You’ve started doing the math and you don’t like where it’s going. Between scholarships, grants,...
29% of Parents Made Their Student Loan Decision by May 1: Find Out Why
In a survey of over 1,200 parents, we've learned that 29% of them made their decision on student...
Budgeting Your Post College Expenses
** The following article is for those who have already calculated their Nitro Score. If you haven't...
What School is the Best Value in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament?
Last updated: March 2017
It’s that time of year again, when madness overtakes March. But forget the...
Meet Jordan Danks, $5,000 Nitro Scholarship Winner
"This scholarship means so much to me. I'm so incredibly thankful." - said winner Jordan Danks.
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What is Expected Family Contribution (EFC)?
The EFC stands for expected family contribution, a number that a college financial aid office uses...
What Is A Private Student Loan?
A private student loan is a loan that you take out from a private lender (like a bank) to cover...