Mark Kantrowitz

Mark Kantrowitz, nationally recognized expert on saving for college and financial aid for more than 25 years. He is president of the consulting service Cerebly, Inc., and author of How to Appeal for More College Financial Aid. Kantrowitz.com

Hidden Traps in Employer Tuition Programs

Hidden Traps in Employer Tuition Programs

Mark Kantrowitz | November 5, 2014

The coffee chain Starbucks drew a lot of attention recently when it announced that it would cover the cost of…

Are Need-Blind Colleges Lying?
College Finance

Are Need-Blind Colleges Lying?

Mark Kantrowitz | March 21, 2014

Officials at The George Washington University (GW) recently admitted that the school’s admissions policy is not truly “need-blind,” as it…

How to Pay for College Now That Loan Rates Are Soaring
College Finance

How to Pay for College Now That Loan Rates Are Soaring

Mark Kantrowitz | November 4, 2013

Tuition bills are due in August at most colleges, and many families still don’t know how they’ll pay what could…

College Financial-Aid Bait and Switch
College Finance

College Financial-Aid Bait and Switch

Mark Kantrowitz | October 22, 2013

Approximately half of all colleges lure incoming freshmen with appealing ­financial-aid packages, only to slash those aid packages in future…