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How to Write a Financial Aid Appeal Letter: Six Key Strategies
The financial aid appeal letter may be the most under-utilized step in the college admissions process – Make sure it’s utilized in your case We
Your Financial Aid Glossary
Take a few minutes to get to know these Financial aid terms – The application process will be easier and quicker as a result The
How to Help if Your Child Doesn’t Get into Their Top Choice College
TIPS FOR STEERING YOUR CHILD PAST DISAPPOINTMENT, TOWARD A STILL-BRIGHT FUTURE. Social media is full of gleeful images of high school seniors and their parents
Insurance for Your College Student?
Why you need to explore options that can save money and extend protection —even when your student is away from home. That’s right. Just when
Is Student Loan Forgiveness Really Forgiveness?
You can’t take student loan forgiveness programs at face value. Let’s explore the pros and cons of “forgiveness.” The Biden Administration has unveiled their plan
Big Changes to FAFSA for 2023–2024
Now that school is back in session, it’s time for parents of college students to start looking ahead to the 2023-24 FAFSA. Before parents begin
Cleared for Takeoff: Tips for Managing the First Few Weeks of College
The first few weeks of college are uniquely exciting . . . and stressful. Luckily, there are proven ways to ease your transition so you
Should You File a Financial Aid Award Appeal? Read This Before You Do
You’ve been accepted into the college of your choice. Great news!But your financial aid award is not enough to help you afford the college. Not
Tips for Visiting Colleges
How can you tell if a college is the “right fit” for you? Visiting really helps. So, it’s important to plan your college visits strategically