Stop Paying for College and Use These High-Return Scholarship Hacks Instead | Chris Corinthian | 189
Catching Up to FI
Chris’s background in higher education
Chris recounts his roles in financial aid and founding FinLit University and Debt-Free Degree Academy.
Chris Corinthian is the 'Fin Lit Guy' and knows his way around scholarships and other high-return ways to earn money for college. He joins the show to give us a masterclass on paying for college without wrecking your retirement. Chris opens with his own financial setbacks, including a layoff and a devastating fire, which helped him realize the importance of financial literacy. In this episode, you will learn:
- Chris' Debt-free degree triangle
- How teens as young as 13 can earn free college credits
- His scholarship system that treats applications like a part-time job
- Specifics of where and how to apply for scholarships
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