Articles to help make your college life successful

Articles from State Farm® to help make your college life successful.

Financial wellness tips to help improve your financial future

Get ahead and learn how to help improve financial wellness through simple spending, saving and budgeting tips.

Should you refinance student loans?

Student loan debt isn't uncommon, but there are ways to lighten your load. Here's what to know about student loan consolidation.

Preparing for college in high school

Boost your student’s college readiness by using this college checklist to help identify key deadlines and milestones to be aware of as graduation nears.

How do 529 plans work?

Learn more about 529 education savings plans that are designed to help families save for future education costs.

Things to do before going to college

Prepare your student for the transition from home to college. Discuss finances, health, and insurance to help college-bound kids manage classes and personal life.

How to apply for college scholarships: It could save you money

Help your student apply for college scholarships with these tips for finding scholarship opportunities, writing good essays and submitting applications.

Insurance tips for college students

Car insurance for college students

When going away to college, there may be options to help lower your auto insurance premiums depending on your situation.

Insurance and other tips for college students and their belongings

Learn how your homeowners insurance policy can help protect your college student and their belongings while they are living in a residence hall or dorm.

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