March 2009 / SLFC

An awesome alternative to student loans

An awesome alternative to taking out student loans for college is to work for the college or university you are attending. Many students do not even consider this option, or more times than not, even know the option exists. Most colleges and university in the united states offer either program specific job opportunities or general job opportunities at the school that will provided financial compensation in the form of tuition payments and other stipends.

What makes these opportunities different than other off campus jobs is that they typically coincide with direct tuition and college costs repayments and/or deductions. For those students who may not qualify for enough federal student loans, finical aid, and/or are looking to limit the amount of private student loans they take out these type of programs can be excellent options.

To get started learning more about the types of tuition reimbursement programs your college or university offers, simply check with your student finical aid office or advisor. Anything students can do to minimize the amount of student loan debt they will have upon graduation will be well worth it.


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