Blog tagged as pitfalls

The Hidden Cost of Transferring Schools

The transfer portal has glorified transfer opportunities, but is it always the right choice?

College is a great investment. As the Frugal Athlete himself once told me, college is considered a “good debt” because the potential return on investment is much higher than the initial cost. I agree entirely...

06.20.22 12:00 PM - Comment(s)

Top 5 Financial Tips and Tools for College Bound Athletes

By Reid

This article was written by a guest contributor, Amobi Okugo. Amobi is the founder of A Frugal Athlete, an online financial media platform that promotes prudent financial practices and smart career decisions amongst professional athletes and student-athletes.

As a high school student-athlete, there ...

06.13.22 12:00 PM - Comment(s)

Five Parent Pitfalls During College Selection

By Reid

Parents Know Best Until They Don't.

In a recent report from Inside Higher Ed, a survey of roughly 5,000 high school graduates showed an increase in parental influence on college decisions. Almost certainly caused by the pandemic, parents’ opinions and influence on the college decision has become a mu...

06.06.22 11:00 AM - Comment(s)