How To Survive Senior Year, From Parents Who’ve Been There

Senior year of high school is stressful for everyone — parents, students, and even the admin high school staff. It’s...

Complete Guide to Paying for College: Strategies & Tips

Many families use student loans as the primary way to pay for college. Fortunately, students have various funding options that...

10 Ways to Win A Full-Ride College Scholarship

Less than 1 percent of students applying to college are offered a full ride, which usually covers tuition, plus room...

How To Find Schools For Less Than $20,000 Per Year

If you ever want honest-to-goodness advice about paying for college, ask a parent who’s already been through it. They are...

5 Questions About Paying for College Every Parent Should Ask Their Child — Before It’s Too Late

It’s one thing to talk to your child about going to college and perhaps even which colleges they may want...

Parents Share The Ugly Truth of College Waitlists—And How To Handle It

Ugh, the dreaded waitlist. If there’s one thing that drives students and parents crazy, it’s ending up on a college’s...

Colleges Offering Merit Aid to 95%+ of Students Without Need

If you’re a family that won’t qualify for need-based aid, it’s time to start looking for merit scholarships. What Are...

Six Key Strategies to Lower Your EFC/SAI

Colleges use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine eligibility for financial aid grants and loans. The...

Understanding the Student Aid Index: How FAFSA Will Now Use SAI for Your Financial Aid

The world of college financial aid is changing rapidly. This is your guide to a key component: the Student Aid...