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Student & Parent LoansParent PLUS Loan Limits: What Every Family Needs to Know
Parent PLUS loans now have annual and lifetime borrowing caps for new borrowers. If your family has relied on Parent PLUS to fill the gap between financial aid and college […]
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Advice4 > 2+2: The Case for a 4-year College vs. Community College/Transfer
Editor’s Note: This originally appeared as a post in our private Facebook group called Paying for College 101. Retired admissions director and author Peter Pitts is a frequent group contributor, […]
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SATWhat to Know About the Digital SAT
In 2024, the digital SAT fully replaced the paper version taken by decades of students. Here’s what you need to know about this important factor in college admissions. What is […]
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AdviceDear Roadie: How Do We Choose A College When Grads Are Struggling to Find Work?
Dear Roadie, I’m trying to help my son select what school to attend. He received several acceptances to schools we can more or less afford, but he is undecided about […]
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AdviceUndecided About a Major? A Small College Might Be the Best Choice
Editor’s Note: This originally appeared as a post in our private Facebook group called Paying for College 101. Retired admissions director and author Peter Pitts is a frequent group contributor, […]
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Advice8 Ways Top Students Thrive at Small, Less-Selective Colleges
Editor’s Note: This originally appeared as a post in our private Facebook group Paying for College 101. Retired admissions director Peter Pitts is a frequent group contributor, and we publish […]
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AdviceDear Roadie: Should Our Daughter Pick Merit Aid Over Dream School Debt?
Dear Roadie, My husband and I think our daughter should only apply to top colleges that award lots of merit, but those don’t necessarily correlate with the other factors high […]
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AdviceThe Common App Guide: How it Works, How to Use it, and Tips for Success
Millions of high school seniors dive into the college application process every year. A critical tool in this endeavor is the Common Application, or the Common App for short. However, […]
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Financial Aid AppealsTips for Financial Aid Appeals
What do you do if the financial aid a college offers your student is not enough to attend that college? Do you have any recourse, or will your student be […]
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FinanceUnderstanding the Student Aid Index (SAI) for 2026-27
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026–27 academic year is now open, bringing another round of updates for families to navigate. One of the most important […]
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College Financial PlanningThe Dynamics of College Tuition: Comprehensive Guide to Compare and Navigate
The dynamics of college tuition and the total cost of attendance can be overwhelming. This guide will help you compare the tuition costs for different schools. It also explains how […]
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ApplicationsHow to Navigate College Application Deadlines in 2025
Choosing where to apply to college is only half the battle. There’s also the question of when. Students must decide among different application deadline options offered by colleges. These deadlines […]
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Advice30 Reasons to Choose a Small College: Personalized Education, Stronger Connections
Editor’s Note: This originally appeared as a post in our private Facebook group, Paying for College 101. Retired admissions director and author Peter Pitts is a frequent group contributor, and […]
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AdviceDear Roadie: My Husband Insists Our Daughter Attend an Ivy
Dear Roadie, My husband insists that our daughter apply to an Ivy League school or at least a public or so-called hidden Ivy. He says the prestige will open doors […]
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AdviceDear Roadie: Is It Better To Be A Big Fish In A Small Pond Or In The Top 25% Of A College Applicant Pool?
Dear Roadie, My daughter and I are debating what’s more important when it comes to college applications. I think it’s being a big fish in a small applicant pool, which […]
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AdviceDear Roadie: Should I Support My Straight-A Son Going to Trade School?
“Dear Roadie, Our son is a stellar student with a 4.4 GPA and an SAT score of 1400. He recently announced he wants to go to trade school instead of […]
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AdviceDear Roadie: Should I Drop Out Over My Parents’ FAFSA Refusal?
Dear Roadie, I hate to do it, but I’m dropping out of college until I turn 24. I can’t get any FAFSA aid because my parents refuse to sign, and […]
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AdviceDear Roadie, Is a Creative Major Worth the Tuition Check?
Dear Roadie, My son wants to major in music or theatre, but I don’t think those majors are worth the tuition bill. I’m worried he’ll realize how hard it is […]
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ApplyIvies, Colleges That Change Lives, and Beyond: Guide to College Groupings
When it comes to picking a college, it’s less about finding the “best” school and more about discovering the one that’s best for you. With so many options to choose […]
