What is the Common Data Set: A Quick Guide
Posted - March 22, 2025
When students start looking at colleges, one of the first questions parents ask is, “How much is this going to cost?” Right behind that comes...
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Didn’t Get into Your Dream School? Here’s Why It’s Okay
Posted - March 8, 2025
It’s that time—college acceptance letters are rolling in. Maybe you got into your dream school, only to be shocked by the financial aid package...
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Why Every Family Should Apply for Financial Aid
Posted - February 22, 2025
Every year, millions of families skip filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) because they assume they won’t qualify for...
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The Best Student Loans: How to Borrow Smarter
Posted - January 13, 2025
College is expensive, and most students need to borrow money to afford it. While I support the idea of debt-free college, the reality is different...
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What is the FAFSA Submission Summary
Posted - June 29, 2024
After submitting a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), the Federal Student Aid office will send you a FAFSA Submission Summary. This...
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What is Student Aid Index (SAI)?
Posted - June 8, 2024
The Student Aid Index (SAI) is an essential concept in the world of financial aid for college. It replaced the Expected Family Contribution (EFC)...
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What is the FAFSA: A Complete Guide for Parents
Posted - June 1, 2024
Understanding how to get college financial aid can be confusing, especially for parents. The US Department of Education revamped the FAFSA for the...
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What is the Cost of Attendance: A Guide for Parents
Posted - May 4, 2024
As a parent of a high school student, you may have heard the term "cost of attendance" thrown around when talking about college. But what exactly is...
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How to Choose An Affordable College: 10 Key Factors to Consider
Posted - March 23, 2024
Choosing an affordable college is a crucial decision that can impact your financial future. As the National College Decision Day (usually May 1), the...
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How to Organize Your Scholarship Search
Posted - January 13, 2024
Getting scholarships is not only about luck; it’s also about being smart. With so many scholarship options, you need to be strategic about which...
