Compound Knowledge – October’s College Planning Links

The best month to start college planning is every month. Check out October’s terrific links.

Our College tip of the month: 

College Links:

Which colleges give you the best value? Wall Street Journal

The best college majors for your money. CNBC

Why is college so expensive? The Atlantic

How to supercharge a 529 account. Financial Samurai

What would it take to make college free? MarketWatch

Most people have no clue how financial aid works. Student Loan Hero

Most parents are still not using 529 plans to save for college. CNBC

Some colleges are lowering tuition. Forbes

How to get the most financial aid for college. Wall Street Journal

Here are some cities where students can work their way through college. Student Loan Hero