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College

How to Establish Residency and Qualify for In-State Tuition

The difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition can be severe.
Dec 13, 2022
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College

How Can I Help My Child Get Scholarships for College?

You should start helping your children get scholarships for college sooner rather than later.
Dec 13, 2022
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529 Plans

How Much Can I Gift My Child Tax-Free?

Gifting your child $16,000 to sit in a bank account won’t necessarily contribute much to their future.
Oct 25, 2022
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Financial Literacy

How Do You Teach Children Financial Responsibility?

Teaching your child about financial responsibility is a great way to prepare them for the world as an adult.
Oct 25, 2022
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College

5 Ways to Survive College on a Budget: Advice from a College Student

Getting through college without student loans can be tricky. Luckily Sootchy's Intern, Madi Vogt, is here to share her top five ways to save money during your time on campus.
May 14, 2021
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Sootchy Intern, Madi Vogt
529 Plans

Can You Use a 529 Plan for a Coding Bootcamp?

Learn how you can utilize one of the most popular savings accounts to help pay for a coding bootcamp. Jumpstart your career with a Sootchy 529 plan.
May 12, 2021
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Saving

What Is the Max Contribution for a 529 Plan in Utah?

The details and benefits of 529 plans vary by state. Learn the specific contribution limits for 529 plans in Utah and make an informed investment decision.
Nov 27, 2020
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Saving

How Do I Pay for My Child's College Tuition?

Paying your child's tuition is something every parent would like to do, but where should you start? Learn everything you need to know about paying for college.
Nov 27, 2020
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Sootchy Team
Saving

What Happens to a 529 Plan If a Child Doesn't Go to College?

If you began saving for your child's education early with a 529 plan but they decided not to go to college, what can you do with that money? Our 529 experts explain.
Nov 26, 2020
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Sootchy Team
Saving

Can a 529 Plan be Used to Pay Student Loans?

529 plans are one of the most popular college savings options, but many people wonder if these funds can be used for college debt. Learn more from our 529 experts.
Nov 23, 2020
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Saving

Can 529 Plans Lose Money?

Although 529 plans come with risk, you can mitigate that risk and increase your odds of returns by taking the right steps. Learn more from the 529 experts at Sootchy.
Nov 20, 2020
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Saving

Are 529 Plans Worth It?

As the price of college continues to increase, people are looking for the most efficient way to save. Learn why so many people are turning to 529 plans.
Nov 20, 2020
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College

Meet Asha Owens: Co-Founder of BestFit

Asha Owens and Rebecca Kwee combined their ideas to connect underprivileged high school students with college students to fight the issue of "summer melt.”
Feb 22, 2021
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Team Sootchy
College

Should Parents Pay for Their Child's College?

With the exponential increases in college tuition, it's almost impossible to pay for school without debt. Should parents foot the bill? Learn more with Sootchy.
Feb 18, 2021
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Sootchy Team
College

Meet Christopher Gray, the Founder of Scholly

Learn how Christopher Gray turned his struggle to fund his education into a national service to help people across the country achieve their dreams.
Feb 12, 2021
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Sootchy Team
College

The Best College Major For Your Personality Type

If your major aligns with your character, you’re more likely to achieve better grades, graduate on time, and stay with the same major throughout your college career.
Mar 27, 2020
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Sootchy Team
College

3 Surprising Reasons Why College is So Expensive

People all over the world are questioning why college is so expensive in the United States. Today, we are going to reveal the top three reasons why college prices have shot up over the last few decades.
Mar 6, 2020
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David Adefeso
College

3 Important Factors To Consider When Selecting a College

Selecting the right college can be a struggle. Maybe your kid has come to you with a dozen college pamphlets and no idea what they are looking for. Or they have a clue about what kind of universities they like but need to narrow down a few favorites. It can be overwhelming for a young…
Feb 21, 2020
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529 Plans

Can I Use a 529 Plan for an MBA?

Learn how you can take advantage of one of the most powerful savings accounts to help fund your MBA and achieve your educational goals.
Mar 22, 2021
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Sootchy Team
529 Plans

North Dakota 529 Plans | College Savings Accounts in ND

Learn how you can take advantage of one of the best college savings options available in North Dakota, the 529 plan.
Mar 19, 2021
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Sootchy Team
529 Plans

Does Having a 529 Plan Hurt Your Chances of Getting Financial Aid?

With the massive expense that college imposes, ensuring every financial opportunity is available is crucial. Learn how 529 plans may impact financial aid.
Mar 18, 2021
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Sootchy Team
529 Plans

Can a 529 Plan Pay for Private Elementary School?

529 plans offer many benefits, leaving some to wonder if they can use these funds for other forms of education. Learn more with Sootchy.
Mar 16, 2021
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Sootchy Team
529 Plans

Can a 529 Plan Pay for Private High School?

529 plans offer many benefits when saving for education, but can these benefits be extended to private high schools? The Sootchy savings team explains.
Mar 15, 2021
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Sootchy Team
529 Plans

What Fees Are Associated with 529 Plans in Vermont?

Knowing the fees associated with Vermont's 529 plans can help you make an educated financial decision when opening a plan for yourself.
Mar 11, 2021
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Sootchy Team
Women's History Month

Sootchy Celebrates: Mary McLeod Bethune

Mary McLeod Bethune left a legacy of empowering women and minorities through education and access to services. Read more about this amazing woman, and her impact on generations of Americans.
Mar 31, 2021
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Team Sootchy
Women's History Month

Sootchy Celebrates: Emma Hart Willard

Willard fought for women to have an education in subjects like math and philosophy instead of the ones taught at finishing school. In 1821, she founded Troy Female Seminary, the first school in the US to offer higher education to women.
Mar 24, 2021
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Team Sootchy
Women's History Month

Sootchy Celebrates: Patsy Takemoto Mink

Patsy Mink spent her career fighting for both gender, and racial equality, affordable childcare, bilingual education and was an author of Title IX, a federal civil rights law. She was also a woman of many firsts. Keep reading to learn more about her fight to empower women in education.
Mar 16, 2021
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Team Sootchy
Women's History Month

Sootchy Celebrates: Alice Freeman Palmer

Learn how Alice Freeman Palmer spent her life improving opportunities for women to attend college and emphasizing that education was crucial to their independence.
Mar 10, 2021
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Team Sootchy
Black History Month

Sootchy Celebrates: Nathan Hare

Learn how Nathan Hare became one of the greatest pioneers of Black studies in America, and how his impacts still change the American educational system.
Feb 8, 2021
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Sootchy Team
Black History Month

Sootchy Celebrates: Fanny Jackson Coppin

Learn about the life and legacy of the great Fanny Jackson Coppin, and how she was able to overcome oppression and prosper as a teacher, principal and lecturer.
Feb 2, 2021
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Sootchy Team
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