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College Debt – how to avoid it, and how to get out of it
By Vanessa McHooley
College Debt – how to avoid it, and how to get out of it by Vanessa McHooley
College Debt – how to avoid it, and how to get out of it
Because most college students are using loans to finance their college education, the debt level of
recent graduates is rising rapidly. On average, students graduate owing $12,000-$16,000 in student
loans and another $2,000 in credit card debt. Is this the price you have to pay for higher education, or
can you avoid college debt in the first place?
The secret to avoiding college debt is to plan wisely and take advantage of the many opportunities to
reduce college costs before and during your college years.
Planning ahead
You can avoid college debt by making wise high school decisions:
Take advanced placement classes
Take all the advanced placement classes you can in high school--every AP exam you pass means one
less class you need to take in college.
Keep your grades up
Scholarships can be competitive, and even the grades you make early in your high school years can
mean the difference in winning or losing. Don't make the mistake of thinking you can save the hard
work for your junior and senior years!
Stay involved
Scholarships also may depend on community and school involvement.
Search for scholarships and grants
Scholarships and grants are the best money source for college because it is money that doesn't have
to be repaid. To find out about grants and scholarships, visit your high school career counselor an