Why the Best Low-Income Students Don't Go to Top Colleges
There's a dearth of top students from low-income high schools attending elite colleges. DailyFinance senior writer Bruce Watson explains some of the surprising reasons why.
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School Backpacks to Ease the Load and the Budget
The backpack is the key piece of gear as your kids return to school this fall. What they want is something cool that holds everything; what you want is something durable that's within your budget. The good news: Both of you can get what you want.
Private School ROI: Is the High Tuition Worth it?
Bruce Watson recently took a look at the rising cost of private high school tuition. Can you bank on getting a strong return on investment from sending your teen to one? Depends on how you measure.
When the SATs Confuse Reality TV with Reality
In an effort to be hip, the College Board asked one-third of SAT-takers this year to write an essay on whether reality TV shows are beneficial or harmful. That was a bad choice on multiple levels, and an excellent metaphor for much of what's wrong with the whole college admissions race.
People@Work: Lack of Planning Can Make for Challenging Monday Holidays
At many companies, Columbus Day and other federal holidays are just another work day. This can wreak havoc on working parents' schedules because most school districts honor federal holidays. That's especially true if the day in question creeps up with little notice.
Don't Ever Take Out a Private Student Loan
Considering a private student loan? Don't do it. With rates at historical lows, these variable-rate loans can be tempting. But the rates can rise quickly, and you could end up paying far more than you bargained for.
Do U.S. Students' Scores Really Matter?
The popular narrative in the world of higher education is that American students aren't being taught as rigorously as those in other countries, and we're falling behind. But do the scores of high school students on math and science tests really matter for the nation's long-term economic outlook?
