Recent Issues
- June 2008 Issue: Interest rate changes, new eBook Tuesday, 3 June 2008, 3:55 pm
This month, we look towards the future with updates about what’s happening in financial aid and student lending, plus scholarships and Q&A. Also - Congratulations to everyone who graduated this past. […]
- May 2008 Issue: Paying for College in Uncertain Times Friday, 2 May 2008, 1:50 pm
In this issue of the Financial Aid News, we’ve got audio and video to help you learn more about paying for college, finding a job after graduation, and so much more. - Christopher Penn, Editor Feder. […]
- April 2008 Issue: How To Read Your Award Letter Wednesday, 2 April 2008, 3:46 pm
In this issue of the Financial Aid News, learn how to read your financial aid award letter. Plus, the three most important pieces of information you need to know about the cost of college. Be sure to. […]
- March 2008 Newsletter: Top 5 Scholarship Hunting Tips Monday, 3 March 2008, 11:46 am
March brings springtime and scholarships. In this issue, we’ll show you the top 5 scholarship hunting tips to find great scholarships for college. Plus, we’re trying something new this month - you. […]
- 2008 - 2009 FAFSA Updates Video Wednesday, 13 February 2008, 8:17 am
Check out our new FAFSA video - 6 updates on the 2008 - 2009 FAFSA application. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJDU-eXFq5o
- Financial Aid News, February 2008 Issue Tuesday, 5 February 2008, 10:23 am
February is FAFSA month and we’ve got some inside tips from a recent FAFSA event you must check out before filing your application. We are also including information on SLN’s 10-Year $10K Annivers. […]
- Student Loan Network $10,000 Scholarship Now Available Monday, 14 January 2008, 11:57 am
To celebrate our 10th anniversary, the Student Loan Network is giving away a $10,000 scholarship! Enter to win our drawing at: and then start participating in Scholarship Points. Who can win? Any coll. […]
- Financial Aid News, January 2008 Issue Thursday, 3 January 2008, 9:50 am
Happy New Year! From all of us at SLN, we wish you a safe, happy, and prosperous 2008, and we’re going to do our part this month with an in-depth review of the FAFSA process. As always, if you have. […]
- 2008-2009 FAFSA Filing Season Now Open! Tuesday, 1 January 2008, 2:16 pm
It’s now 2008, and that means it’s time to file your FAFSA as soon as possible! Head over to FAFSAonline.com for some great tips on how to get the most financial aid possible.
- Financial Aid News, December 2007 Issue Tuesday, 4 December 2007, 12:44 pm
This month, we’re going to examine some end-of-year tips for improving your financial aid eligibility, plus refresh the financial aid calendar so you know how to map out your 2008 plan. As always, i. […]
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Recent Top News Stories
- FAP832: Student Loan Radio Celebrates American Independence Day Friday, 4 July 2008, 6:00 am
Image by un2814 via Flickr FAP832: Student Loan Radio Celebrates American Independence Day Listen now: Today’s a special, fun music show filled with the music of America’s Armed Forces. The Star S. […]
- FAP831: Need based financial aid, Free Stuff Thursday Thursday, 3 July 2008, 8:10 am
Image via Wikipedia FAP831: Need based financial aid, Free Stuff Thursday Listen now: Student Financial Aid News + Inside Higher Ed: A shift back to need-based aid isn’t hurting at least two college. […]
- Private Loans vs. Parent Plus Loans Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 12:12 pm
So, your child wants to go to that private University costing $45,000 per year and you’re wondering how on earth you’re going to pay for it. They have worked hard thru High School, received a meri. […]
- Preventing a financial aid disaster Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 11:44 am
I just finished talking to a listener of the podcast who wanted to take out a private student loan. I can’t get into specifics (non-disclosure), but let’s just say that approving this loan would h. […]
- FAP830: Expert interview with Larry Wilson, Coastal Federal Credit Union Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 8:21 am
FAP830: Expert interview with Larry Wilson, Coastal Federal Credit Union Listen now: Expert Interview + Today we discuss credit unions, personal finance, and living within your means with Larry Wilson. […]
- FAP829: GI Bill expansion, pirated textbooks, mail bag Tuesday, 1 July 2008, 8:11 am
FAP829: GI Bill expansion, pirated textbooks, mail bag Listen now: Student Financial Aid News + Chronicle: College students are increasingly downloading illegal copies of textbooks online, employing t. […]
- Fixed rate Stafford loan rate drop Monday, 30 June 2008, 9:42 am
As of July 1, 2008, the interest rate on all NEW subsidized Stafford loans will drop to 6.0%, a reduction of 0.8%. Bear this in mind next year when it’s time to consolidate your student loans!
- Stafford loan reminder: File your FAFSA Monday, 30 June 2008, 9:41 am
Just a reminder for folks who have waited a little longer before applying for federal financial aid - the FAFSA is a required form that must be completed and filed prior to receiving any federal finan. […]
- FAFSA Requirement: Selective Service Monday, 30 June 2008, 9:10 am
If you’re a male over the age of 18, you are required by law to register with the Selective Service, also known as the draft. While America has not invoked the draft since the Vietnam War, federal s. […]
- FAP828: 10 key factors influencing your financial aid Monday, 30 June 2008, 8:18 am
FAP828: 10 key factors influencing your financial aid Listen now: Student Financial Aid News + Chronicle: Here’s a frightening thought for every college administrator planning for a big disaster: Wh. […]
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