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National College Decision Day…Presenting the Class of 2019

Debbie Schwartz

Debbie Schwartz is a former financial services executive and founder of Road2College and the Paying For College 101 Facebook group. With an expertise in personal finance, analysis, and marketing, she's working to give families the information and tools they need to make smarter financial college decisions.

Articles by Debbie

How to Apply For FAFSA: A Step by Step Walkthrough

October 3, 2019

Watch this extremely informative and helpful video as Luanne Lee, a college funding expert from Your College Planning Coach, goes…

What Is a National Merit Scholarship? Should Your Student Try?

October 1, 2019

Of course you’ve heard of the PSAT, but did you know that the PSAT is more than just a prep…

4 Key Steps for Building Credit at 18 and Younger

September 27, 2019

When it comes to paying for college, one of the keys is to have excellent credit. Your child may not…

Answers to Your Questions on Finalizing Student Loan Options

Answers to Your Questions on Finalizing Student Loan Options

September 25, 2019

We recently did a Facebook Live with Pete Wylie of CommonBond Student Loans and the response was so overwhelming that Pete…

How Do I Get My Financial Aid Disbursement?

How Do I Get My Financial Aid Disbursement?

September 24, 2019

Your student has received their financial aid letter, committed to their chosen school, and now they wait. It’s an exciting…

AP Exam Registration and Schedule 2026

AP Exam Registration and Schedule 2026

September 24, 2019

AP classes are an excellent way for advanced students to challenge themselves. In addition, they have the chance to earn…

How Student Loans Impact a Cosigner and Student’s Credit

September 21, 2019

Paying for college can be daunting, but it’s essential to approach it in the right way. Blindly signing up for…

What I Wish I Knew About Access to My Child’s College Records

September 17, 2019

College students are legal adults, and as such, colleges will not discuss academic and medical issues with parents without a student’s permission.