How does a college student go to college without debt?

Student loan debt in the U.S. has reached more than $1.3 trillion — including both federal and private student loans. It's no secret that college isn't cheap — and the price of education is continuing to increase year after year. read more

Between 2007 and 2008, 1.7 million undergraduates graduated with no student loan debt. From The $0 College Blueprint, I did some research on the common characteristics of these debt-free students and here’s what I found. Over 80% of undergraduates who graduated debt-free came from public colleges. read more

Those wondering how to pay for college without taking on student loan debt often ignore the most obvious choice – going to a nearby school and paying as they go. It might mean taking longer to graduate or having to balance full-time work with full-time studies. read more