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AdviceFreshman Year Loneliness Is Normal — Here’s What to Tell Your Student Before They Leave
This story was first shared in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and flow. Kellsey Stokes is a wife and mom of two who attended […]
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Federal LoansYour Parent PLUS Loan Was Denied, Now What?
If you’re looking for options to help your student pay for college, you’ve probably looked at a Parent PLUS loan. They are generally easier to get approved for than private […]
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SurviveWould a Trade School Be a Better Option vs. College?
Going to college isn’t the only way to get ready for the real world… Trade School Can Be an Alternative to College Not every student is interested in a traditional […]
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College SportsApplying to College as a Student-Athlete
The college process can seem overwhelming at times. Though the college calendar is well-known and static, the way students navigate their journey differs. There are specific aspects, interests, and conditions […]
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FinanceFinding and Applying for Private Scholarships
Pam Andrews is a College Admissions Coach and Scholarship Strategist. I recently spoke with her about the process of finding and applying for private scholarships. Pam is known for helping her […]
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FinanceHow To Search and Apply For Private Scholarships
We’re excited to be hosting Pam Andrews, aka The Scholarship Shark. We’ve been following Pam for awhile and have admired her approach towards helping students through the private scholarship […]
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College Financial Aid Costs and StatsUnderstanding the Financial Aid Appeal Process
What Is a Financial Aid Appeal? Second only to the all-important college decision letter is the financial aid award letter. For most families, this award letter dictates whether they will […]
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College Financial PlanningCollege Tax Guide (2019): What You Need to Know about Scholarships, Tuition, and Loans
With tax season underway, understanding what college expenses are tax-deductible for parents — or students — is a big part of long-term planning. From scholarships to 529s to student loans, […]
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AcademicsIs It Really Worth Taking AP Classes in High School?
Students at highly competitive high schools sometimes collect Advanced Placement classes in their schedules like Halloween candy: “I’ve got 5 APs this year.” “Why don’t they offer AP Phys Ed?” […]
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ICYMIICYMI Paying For College Discussions: 12/15 – 12/31
Top discussions in our Paying For College 101 Facebook group for the weeks of 12/15 – 12/31/18… Dilemma of Daughter Accepted Early Decision But With No Financial Aid: One […]
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Plan2019 Financial Aid & Merit Scholarship Survey
Share Your Information To Help Your Family and Others ATTENTION FAMILIES OF HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS! What if you had information about the financial aid and merit scholarship offers […]
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Student & Parent Loans4 Options to Refinance Your Parent PLUS Loans
Many parents feel the need to help their children pay for college. With the high cost of college, it’s not uncommon for parents to consider PLUS loans to cover their […]
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College Financial PlanningCommon College Admissions and Financing Abbreviations You Should Know
The college admissions process can be confusing enough in its own right, but the conglomeration of acronyms and FAQs that parents and students are expected to master can further complicate […]
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ApplicationsHow to Get In-State Tuition at Out-Of-State Colleges
The items on the checklists of students looking at colleges and universities vary from student to student. Things like school size and location are very often at the top of […]
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AcademicsWhat Are Honors Colleges vs. Honors Programs?
As a high school senior, it can be tough choosing between a small college and a large university, and knowing which school can be the right fit. For those who […]
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College List BuildingWhat Is the New England Tuition Break?
If your student wants a specific major that isn’t offered by an in-state school, you may feel stuck. Many families struggle to pay out-of-state tuition, but you don’t want to […]
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ApplicationsWhy Does Applying for College Cost Money? What You Need to Know
When you start helping your child apply for college, it quickly becomes clear that you could be looking at spending hundreds of dollars just to give your kid a chance […]
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ApplyHelping vs. Helicoptering: Parents And The College Admissions Process
Many parents of high school students want to help their child through the College Admissions Process. They recognize that applying to college is not what it was 20 or 25 […]
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ApplyHow to Talk to College Admissions and Financial Aid Officers
A few years ago, a school counselor I worked with received a call from an exasperated admissions officer. The purpose of the call? To inform the counselor that repeated calls […]
