Sandra Block: Your Money - If you consolidate student loans before July, you can lock in lower rate
We hate to nag. Really. But if you're on track to graduate from college this spring, you should consolidate your federal student loans before July 1. And if you graduated last year but didn't get around to consolidating, do it now.
Democrat Hill faces 3 foes in primary
Four candidates want the Democratic nomination for Congress in Indiana's 9th District. But only three are actively campaigning, and just one former U.S. Rep. Baron Hill has the money now to compete in the November general election.
Taft asks for funds to train teachers
Gov. Bob Taft on Friday asked the Legislature for $13 million starting this July to start training and keeping math and science teachers in preparation for a rigorous high school curriculum he has proposed.
Starting out: What's the best way to stay debt-free?
So far, 21-year-old Leslie Stewart of Bossier City has managed to dodge the debt bullet with careful planning and persistence. The junior biology major took the ACT five times in order to score high enough to receive two scholarships to fund her education at LSU-Shreveport.
Resources for student loan info
Here are sources of information on consolidation of student loans: www.finaid.org: This has comprehensive information about college financing.
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