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UGC drafts guidelines for multidisciplinary higher education

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has formulated the draft guidelines outlining its plan to encourage growth of multidisciplinary higher education institutions that will offer a diverse range of subjects. When the guidelines are approved, a dual-degree from IIT Delhi and Jawaharlal Nehru University will become a distinct possibility,...
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How Student Loan Borrowers Can Benefit from the CARES Act

Across the country and around the world, people are experiencing financial hardship, as the far-reaching consequences of COVID-19 lead to layoffs, furloughs, salary reductions, and lost opportunities. These are especially stressful times for those with debt payments that continue to pile up even as the economy stalls. Fortunately,...
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Five Money Management Tips When Heading Off to College

With so much buzz about the challenge of “adulting,” students who learn good money management skills in college are way ahead of their peers in the game of life. In fact, the habits you develop now will lay the groundwork for achieving financial goals throughout your life. If...
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JEE or NEET Preparation for State Board Students

The Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) and the National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET) are competitive exams conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). A high JEE Main score can increase your chances of getting into a top engineering institute, while more NEET marks can help you secure a seat in one of...
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3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Borrow Student Loans

If you’re getting ready to apply to college and don’t have the funds to pay for your entire education, you might think that taking out student loans is a necessary evil. College graduates from the class of 2017 who took out student loans borrowed nearly $30,000 on average, according to data...
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