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ApplyThe New Ivies in 2026: Academics, Admissions and Affordability
If you’re considering colleges, the “New Ivies” present strong options. Use this guide to explore and compare them by academics, admissions, and affordability. In This Article: What Are the New […]
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UncategorizedFinancial Aid & Merit Scholarship Survey
Each year families receive financial aid and merit scholarship award information. In an effort to create a national database of actual financial aid and scholarship information, we are asking families […]
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FinanceFAFSA FAQs
Frequently asked questions, gathered from our FAFSA webinars…. (Interested to watch our FAFSA webinars? Both recordings are available for just $9.99.) How do I get an FSA ID? https://fsaid.ed.gov/npas/index.htm Is […]
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ApplyWhy Look Beyond College Rankings?
What makes 50 or fewer colleges so much more attractive than the remaining 1500? Can you say “US News Best College Rankings?” For those who want the short version, […]
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AdviceFind Out How Generous Colleges Are With Financial Aid And Merit Scholarships
Do you know how generous colleges are with their financial aid and merit scholarships? By the time students get to high school, hopefully their parents have saved whatever they can […]
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College Financial PlanningThinking About How To Pay For College? You Must See This EFC Chart!
Any family starting to search for colleges, must begin the search process by understanding their EFC. No ifs, ands, or buts…what good would it be to consider and visit schools […]
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ApplyComparison of Early Decision/Early Action Rates vs. Regular Decision
There’s a belief among students and families that the odds of being accepted to a college are better if students apply early decision vs. regular decision. Let the numbers speak […]
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College LifeA Clever Way Parents Can Save Money With Amazon Prime Student Membership
If you enjoy using Amazon for purchases, you’re probably aware of Amazon Prime. The annual membership gives you free two-day shipping, streaming video, music, and more. What you may not […]
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UncategorizedOur Gift To You – FREE College Lists
Creating a list of colleges your student may be interested in, is an important step in the college planning process. To jumpstart your research, we are offering free college lists to […]
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UncategorizedWhat’s The #1 Source To Find Money For College?
We Need Your Help….. Volunteer to get a free Custom College Money Report, listing colleges awarding your student the most money. See more details below…. We hear this from parents […]
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FinanceMake A Resolution To Be Informed – Tips To Maximize Financial Aid Eligibility
We Were Lied To The Costs of College from James Mackenzie on Vimeo. For as long as I can remember, I was told the same thing about my education: “You […]
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ApplicationsDon’t Be Intimidated by College Admissions Counselors: Here Are Insightful Questions to Ask
When it comes to the college admissions process, it’s essential to gather as much information as possible to make an informed decision. One great resource for gathering information is the […]
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ScholarshipsFinding Scholarships: A Winner Shares How She Did It
Kristina Ellis lost her father to cancer when she was seven years old. After his death, her family fell below the poverty level and struggled through years of emotional and […]
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College LifeGifts for Teens and College-Bound Students
It’s the holiday season and believe it or not there are gift ideas to consider for those needing help with college prep and planning. Our list includes gifts for parents […]
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FinanceThe New Paying For College “Paradigm”
When my daughter was accepted to her top college choice and we received the financial aid package, we knew the college was an almost feasible option, but we would need […]
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ApplicationsClass of 2017 Be Aware: More Changes Than Usual in College Admissions and Financial Aid
Keeping up with the college application process and its myriad deadlines isn’t for the faint of heart, but this year includes more changes than usual for the high school […]
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LearnRecent Changes to the ACT/SAT: What Students Need to Know
There have been quite a few changes in the world of testing lately, all involving the SAT and ACT. It’s important to know what these changes are, and what […]
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FinanceColleges Generous With Institutional Aid
If you’re the parent of a college-bound high school student, you’re probably looking for any possible sources of free money to help pay for college. This is why we put […]
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ApplyApplying to College with Child Number Two: Are You Smarter?
Watch Out College Process! You know how it is with the first one. You walk around with sanitizer 24/7, ban sugar consumption, and delude yourself that you can protect your […]
