Road2College

Early Admissions Results: How They Impact the Class of '24 & '25
2023-12-17 20:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Online
Get insight on early admissions results so far and learn how they will impact your high school junior or senior at our upcoming live event. This is just one example of the live counseling sessions and classes you can get in our R2C Premium membership.
This event is free and open to the public.
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Strategies for ED2 & Regular Decision
2023-12-12 20:30 - 21:30
During this R2C Premium live counseling session we’ll be sharing how to strategize for Early Decision 2 and Regular Decision admissions deadlines. You’ll learn how to decide which schools to apply to for each deadline and how your student can adjust their Common App if ED1 results were not what you had hope for.
This event is only for R2C Premium members. To learn more about our membership options, click here.

The Inside Scoop on the PSAT & How It Impacts College Scholarships
2023-11-30 20:30 - 21:30
Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz and Kelly Frindell, Founder of InHouse Test Prep, as they share how to understand PSAT results, if you can receive national merit, and what to do if your score is lower than expected.
This event is free and open to the public.
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Financial Aid: How it Works & the Impact of Upcoming FAFSA Changes
2023-11-14 20:30 - 21:30
Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz and Kat Delgrosso of College Ave Student Loans as they share all you need to know about how college financial aid works. We’ll also be discussing the upcoming FAFSA changes and how they may impact what your family qualifies for.
This event is free and open to the public.
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A Special Conversation With Author Jennifer Wallace About Her NYT Instant Bestseller: Never Enough
2023-11-10 12:00 - 13:00
Join us via Zoom for a discussion with NYT Bestselling Author, Jennifer Wallace. She’ll talk about topics covered in her book, Never Enough, including the increased pressure being put on teens to succeed and the impact it has on their mental health.
“…If you are a parent, a caregiver or anyone who loves a child out there in the world, this is for you.”
—GMA
“Children today need to see a purpose in their lives beyond their achievements and need to feel they are important to others…Perhaps the thoughtful proposals for action in Never Enough will enable families to take meaningful steps toward that end.”
—New York Journal of Books
This event is free and open to the public. 10 lucky registrants will receive a copy of Never Enough. Must be present to win!
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Digital PSAT & SAT: How to Prepare for the NEW Test
2023-10-19 20:30 - 21:30
Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz and Matt Nichols of SoFlo Tutors as they discuss the NEW Digital PSAT & SAT and how it will affect your student.
This event is free and open to the public.
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CSS Profile: Most Frequently Asked Questions
2023-10-11 20:30 - 21:30
Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz and Katrina Delgrosso of College Ave Student Loans as they answer the most frequently asked questions about the CSS Profile.
This event is free and open to the public.
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How to Use Updated Common Data Set Information to Find Merit Scholarships
2023-10-04 12:00 - 13:00
The new data is in! Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz as she discusses the new Common Data Set information and shares how you can use it to find schools that will offer your student the most merit aid.
This event is free and open to the public.
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CSS Profile Step-by-Step Walkthrough
2023-10-01 20:30 - 21:30
Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz and Certified College Planning Specialist Louanne Lee as they walk step-by-step through the process of creating a CSS Profile.
This event is free and open to the public.
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How to Find Colleges That Offer Merit Aid
2023-09-15 12:00 - 13:00
Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz as she discusses how to find colleges that offer merit aid to reduce the overall price you and your student have to pay for college.
This event is free and open to the public.
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LIVE: Common App Essay Review
2023-09-14 20:30 - 21:30
Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz & Prompt Co-Founder Brad Schiller to learn about how to write successful Common App essays. They’ll be reviewing example essays live to show you how to properly edit before submitting them to the school.
This event is free and open to the public.
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Avoid These Common App Mistakes
2023-09-07 20:30 - 21:30
Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz and Counselor-in-Residence Ellen Whalen as they discuss common mistakes students make on the Common App. We’ll be sharing examples of Common Apps and ways they can be improved.
This event is free and open to the public.
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Student Loan Pause Ending: Key Updates & Refinancing Options
2023-08-30 20:30 - 21:30
Federal student loan payments and interest has been paused since the Covid-19 pandemic. Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz and Juno Co-founder Chris Abkarians as they discuss:

when student loan payments restart
how to check who your loan servicer is
repayment options with federal loans
how refinancing works and what you need to qualify
when you can refinance your loans

This event is free and open to the public.
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Crack the Code: Find the RIGHT College for Your Student
2023-08-29 12:00 - 13:00
R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz will be joined by Educational Consultant and author of Admission Matters: What Students and Parents Need to Know About Getting into College to discuss how to research colleges and find the right school for your student.
This event is free and open to the public.
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New FAFSA Changes: How They Impact Your Family
2023-08-23 20:30 - 21:30
Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz & Counselor-in-Residence Luanne Lee as they discuss the upcoming changes to the FAFSA and what that means for your student’s financial aid eligibility.
This event is free and open to the public.
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Navigating the Financial Aid Process
2023-08-17 20:00 - 21:00
Join Luanne Lee, Counselor-in-Residence, as she provides helpful insight on the financial aid process.
This is a R2C Insights Academy Live event on August 17, 2023 at 8 p.m. EST.
Not a CIA Live member? Learn more.

How to Craft Standout Admissions Essays
2023-08-16 20:30 - 21:30
Join Road2College Founder, Debbie Schwartz, and Prompt Co-founder Brad Schiller as they discuss how to craft standout admissions essays.
This event is free and open to the public.
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CIA Office Hour
2023-08-06 19:00 - 20:00
Join Counselor-in-Residence Ellen Whalen for our monthly R2C Insights Academy (CIA) Office Hour on Sunday, August 6, 2023 at 7 p.m. EST. Come with your questions about the college admissions process, merit scholarships, college application essays, and more.
This is a private event open to R2C Insights Academy members.
To learn more about or join R2C Insights Academy, go here.

Ask the Experts Live: All About Parent/Student Loans and Finding the Best Rate
2023-08-01 12:00 - 13:00
Get your loan questions answered!
Please join us for this special event featuring Road2College Founder, Debbie Schwartz, and Juno Co-founder Chris Abkarians.
Come with your questions.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to get the lowest student loan interest rates before tuition bills are due.
This event is free and open to the public.
Simply Join With This Link! No registration or password required.

The Secrets to Writing and Editing Compelling Supplemental and "Why Us" Essays
2023-07-30 20:00 - 21:00
Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz and R2C Insights Academy Counselor-in-Residence during this public R2C Insights Academy event. They’ll share advice for writing successful supplemental essays for college applications and discuss how to brainstorm topics.
This event is free and open to the public.
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5 Simple Rules for Parents: How to Provide the Best Support for Your College Student
2023-07-27 20:30 - 21:30
Join Harlan Cohen, NYT bestselling author of The Naked Roommate, as he shares his advice for parents with college students. Learn how to provide the best support for your student as they transition to life in college.
This event is free and open to the public.
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Harlan Cohen is a New York Times bestselling author, journalist, and social media influencer who has visited over 500 high school and college campuses. He is the author of 7 books. His titles have over 1 million copies in print (titles include: Win or Learn: The Naked Truth About Turning Every Rejection into Your Ultimate Success, The Naked Roommate: And 107 Other Issues You Might Run into In College, The Naked Roommate: For Parents Only, and Dad’s Expecting Too!). Harlan is a frequent guest on television and radio programs, hosts a popular podcast, and is an influencer on social media (TikTok 575K+, Instagram 195K+). He is based in Chicago, Illinois where he lives with his wife and three children.

Student Heading Off to College? What to Know to Protect Your Family’s Financial Investment
2023-07-20 20:30 - 21:30
Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz & GradGuard Co-Founder/CEO John Fees as they discuss how to protect your family’s investment when your student heads to college.
You’ll Learn:

What happens to your tuition/room and board if your student has to withdraw
What you should know about school refund policies and questions to ask
What tuition insurance can cover

This event is free and open to the public.
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Secrets to a Great Common App
2023-07-18 20:30 - 21:30
Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz and R2C Insights Academy Counselor-in-Residence Ellen Whalen as they discuss the Common App and how to make your student’s application stand out—including how to highlight your student’s successes and potential, craft a personal statement that relates to the application, and create a well-written activities list.
This event is free and open to the public.
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Ask the Experts Live: All About Parent/Student Loans and Finding the Best Rate
2023-07-17 12:00 - 13:00
Get your loan questions answered!
Please join us for this special event featuring Road2College Founder, Debbie Schwartz, and Juno Co-founder Chris Abkarians.
Come with your questions or send them ahead of time HERE. (Preference will be given to questions submitted in advance.)
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to get the lowest student loan interest rates before tuition bills are due.
This event is free and open to the public.
Simply Join With This Link! No registration or password required.

Decoding the Secrets: How to Lower Your Student Loan Interest Rate
2023-07-13 20:30 - 21:30
Road2College Founder Debbie Schwartz and Juno Founder Chris Abkarians will discuss how to get the lowest student loan interest rate and factors that impact your rate offer.
This event is free and open to the public.
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Master Merit Aid: Use R2C Insights
2023-07-12 12:00 - 13:00
Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz as she shares how to find schools offering your student the most merit aid using our R2C Insights tool.
This event is free and open to the public.
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The Art of Building Your College List to Get the MOST Merit Aid
2023-06-29 12:00 - 13:00
Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz as she shares how to research colleges using R2C Insights to find schools that will offer your student the most merit aid.
This event is free and open to the public.
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How to Get the Lowest Interest Rate on a Student Loan
2023-06-27 20:30 - 21:30
Join Road2College Founder Debbie Schwartz & Juno Founder Chris Abkarians as they discuss how to shop around for student loan interest rates, the difference between Parent PLUS and private loans, and how to get the best student loan offer.
This event is free and open to the public.
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College Essay Dos and Don'ts
2023-06-15 20:30 - 21:30
UPDATED: Join R2C founder Debbie Schwartz and Prompt CEO Brad Schiller as they share best practices for college application essays. In this session, you’ll learn:

The importance of college essays to your application and personal score
How to write stronger essays that will increase admissions chances
Why choosing the right essay topic is key to a compelling read

Bonus: Share an essay draft and it may be chosen by our expert to review live, during the session! Send your essay to support@road2college.com. (The writer will remain anonymous.)
This event is free and open to the public.
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Student Loan Basics
2023-06-13 20:00 - 21:00
Join R2C Founder Debbie Schwartz and College Ave Student Loans’ Angela Colatriano as they share what you need to know about student loans so you can make better, more informed decisions about borrowing money for college.
This event is free and open to the public.
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