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Student Loans from A to Z
If your student is going to need loans for college, it pays to know what’s available. As of 2016, two-thirds of college graduates had debt when they l...
ADMISSIONS
Which Hurts Your Chances More: Low Grades or Low Test Scores?
Who is in the tougher situation when it comes to getting into college: the student whose high school GPA is lower than ideal or the student whose SAT ...
How to Plan Your Studying: SAT/ACT Prep Calendar
A good study plan is crucial for passing the SAT or ACT. To plan well, it’s good to know the SAT test dates and ACT test dates. And of course, a numbe...
Class of 2017 Be Aware: More Changes Than Usual in College Admissions and Financial Aid
Keeping up with the college application process and its myriad deadlines isn’t for the faint of heart, but this year includes more changes than usu...
FINANCING
Student Loans from A to Z
If your student is going to need loans for college, it pays to know what’s available. As of 2016, two-thirds of college graduates had debt when they l...
A Clever Way Parents Can Save Money With Amazon Student Prime
If you enjoy using Amazon for purchases, you’re probably aware of Amazon Prime. The annual membership gives you free two-day shipping, streaming video...
Money Saving Strategies for College TextBooks
The price tags on college textbooks are rising just as fast as tuition costs. For a single course, a student may spend over $200 on required reading m...
PLANNING
No College Savings? You’re Not Alone
Discussing our finances has never been a fun conversation in our house. I guess unless you have an overabundance of income, and you are discussing tri...
What’s The #1 Thing To Do Before Searching For Colleges?
When my now college freshman daughter began her college search three years ago, compiling her list felt like hunting for a needle in a haystack. She k...
How To Evaluate The Mental Health Of A College
by Nancy Wolf If you are a parent planning college visits with your high school junior or senior, your campus tours will likely hit all of the ...