We Applied to 24 BFA Acting Programs. Here’s Everything We Spent, Every School We Tried, and What We’d Do Differently
One Massachusetts mom in our Paying for College 101 Facebook group shared an inside look at what it really takes…
A Parent’s Year-by-Year Guide to College Planning (Middle School to Senior Year)
This story was first published in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and flow. My third—and…
How to Find a College Where Your Student Will Thrive
One of the biggest misconceptions in the college search is that there’s a single “best” type of college. But talk…
Want Lower College Costs? Start in the Midwest (66 Great Options)
Many people in the Paying for College 101 Facebook group are from the East and West coasts of the United…
Best U.S. Aviation Schools: Quality, Affordability, and Overall Value
This is a guide to top U.S. aviation bachelor’s programs, ranked for overall quality and credibility, then compared on costs,…
Parent PLUS Loan Limits: What Every Family Needs to Know
Parent PLUS loans now have annual and lifetime borrowing caps for new borrowers. If your family has relied on Parent…
Top U.S. Engineering Schools by Academics, Aid and Value (2026)
Choosing the right engineering school can feel overwhelming. You want a program that’s strong in academics, gives you good financial…
What This Track Athlete’s College Search Can Teach Every Family About Affordability
This story was first published in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and flow. I’m…
Admitted Students Day: What Smart Families Ask (And What They Don’t)
Admitted Students Day feels different from a regular campus tour. This isn’t about “Could I get in?” — it’s about…
How to Adjust Your College Plan When the World Feels Uncertain
You’ve spent months researching schools, comparing financial aid offers, and building a college budget. Then the world shifts. Gas prices…
Is Admitted Students Day Worth It? What Parents Say After Attending
Once college acceptance letters arrive, many schools invite admitted students to a special event—often called Admitted Students Day or Accepted…
Why We Stopped Chasing Merit Scholarships—and Focused on “Meets Full Need” Colleges Instead
This story was first published in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and flow. I’m…