Why Is My EFC so High and What Does it Mean?

You’ve filled out the FAFSA and received your EFC or tried an EFC calculator. Now you’re asking, Why is my

What’s the Point of Knowing Your EFC?

Jenni, a member of our Paying For College 101 Facebook group, studied her family’s Expected Family Contribution (EFC) early in

College Financial Aid Tips for Divorced Parents

There are many complexities associated with sending your child off to college. With the price of some private colleges exceeding

Merit Based Scholarships – What Are They? How Do I Apply for Them?

Merit based scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic achievement, leadership skills, community service, artistic talent, acting/singing/dancing talent and