Showing Demonstrated Interest in a College Helps Prevent Being Labeled a “Stealth Applicant”

Your student may be able to boost their admissions results by showing colleges their interest. Get tips for genuine ways to engage before they apply.

How a Student With a 2.7 GPA Got Into 19 Colleges

You don’t have to have a high GPA to get into college and qualify for merit aid. One parent shares her student’s inspiring story.

High School Is Stressful: A Mom Expresses Concern and Our Community Responds

A Stressed Mom Speaks Out (A version of this story was first published anonymously by a mom in our Paying...

A Community Member Shares HBCU Scholarship and College Application Tips

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

College Planning Checklist for 11th Grade

Use our college planning checklist for juniors to stay on track and navigate the college admissions process.

How to Get Into Highly Rejective Colleges

This story was originally published in R2C’s Paying for College 101 (PFC 101) Facebook group. It has been edited for...