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How to Adjust Your College Plan When the World Feels Uncertain

Debbie Schwartz

Road2College is dedicated to providing families with trustworthy information about college admissions and paying for college. We recognize the two processes are intertwined and our goal is to educate families on all aspects of admissions and funding so they can make smarter college financial decisions.

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How to Adjust Your College Plan When the World Feels Uncertain

How to Adjust Your College Plan When the World Feels Uncertain

March 7, 2026

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

Is Admitted Students Day Worth It? What Parents Say After Attending

March 4, 2026

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

Why We Stopped Chasing Merit Scholarships—and Focused on “Meets Full Need” Colleges Instead

February 25, 2026

This story was first published in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and flow.  I’m…

Top U.S. Engineering Schools by Academics, Aid and Value (2026)

Top U.S. Engineering Schools by Academics, Aid and Value (2026)

February 21, 2026

Choosing the right engineering school can feel overwhelming. You want a program that’s strong in academics, gives you good financial…

How I Found a College My Daughter Loved—and We Could Actually Afford

How I Found a College My Daughter Loved—and We Could Actually Afford

January 16, 2026

This story was first published in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and flow.  I’m…

Should AI Factor Into Choosing a College Major?

Should AI Factor Into Choosing a College Major?

January 10, 2026

Artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t just reshaping technology; it’s reshaping the job market, the classroom, and the very skills employers value….

Colleges Offering Free Tuition Based on Family Income (Updated for 2026)

Colleges Offering Free Tuition Based on Family Income (Updated for 2026)

December 30, 2025

The cost of college has made financial aid a lifeline for most families. But traditional aid packages can be hard…

Dear Roadie: Are Sororities and Fraternities Really Worth It or Just Expensive “Buy-Your-Friends” Clubs?

Dear Roadie: Are Sororities and Fraternities Really Worth It or Just Expensive “Buy-Your-Friends” Clubs?

December 21, 2025

Dear Roadie, My daughter is considering rushing a sorority, and I’m conflicted. On one hand, everyone talks about sisterhood, networking,…