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Top-tier universities offer online classes for free
Elizabeth Wynne Johnson Jul 19, 2012
But these still won't compete with the brick-and-mortar institutions.
Students saddled with bigger share of college costs
Amy Scott Jul 16, 2012
A new survey reveals that families are increasingly eliminating certain colleges based on cost, and students are taking on more of the burden themselves as parents' share declines.
Finding a first job not easy for new nurses
Annie Baxter Jul 6, 2012
There's been talk of a nurse shortage for years, but why are many nursing grads still struggling to find a job?
University of Virginia takes a vote on ousted president
Amy Scott Jun 26, 2012
Sacked president Theresa Sullivan could be reinstated when the university's board meets.
Personal finance suggestions for grandson
Chris Farrell Jun 22, 2012
What do you recommend I get for my grandson who is in his third year of college and has no idea of how to manage his meager funds? William, Amherst, MA
Should everyone go to college?
Robert J. Samuelson Jun 18, 2012
Commentator Robert Samuelson says too many students are encouraged to go to college who shouldn't be there.
The cost of raising kids
Mitchell Hartman Jun 15, 2012
Top earners are able to spend more, boosting their children's odds for future success.
To pay or not to pay your kids?
Dan Zevin Jun 15, 2012
A father tackles the difficult question of how to dole out allowance to his children.
Dump that internship
Ross Perlin Jun 15, 2012
Spending summers working for no money seems like something students must do to land a job after graduation. But author Ross Perlin says there's more value in flipping burgers during the school break.
For teaching her kid money smarts
Tess Vigeland Jun 15, 2012
A Nebraska mother wins this week's Piggy Award for sharing how she taught her now-adult daughter how to save and spend.
