Paying for college can be overwhelming, but don’t let it intimidate you! There are many ways to maximize the financial aid available, and with some early planning and attention to detail, you can significantly ease the cost burden on your family. Here are seven expert-backed tips to help you unlock as much financial aid as […]
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Choosing a college is one of the biggest decisions for both students and parents, and it can feel overwhelming, especially with so many factors to weigh. Here’s a practical guide to help you steer your student through their journey at every stage—from middle school to high school and beyond. 1. Start with Academic and Career
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Introduction to Financial Security College Planning In a recent episode of “Times Square Today,” host Zach Viscomi engaged with Dave Kozak, a leading expert in financial security college planning. Amidst the 2008 financial crisis, Kozak began his journey, helping individuals and families navigate the complexities of securing their financial futures through strategic college planning. This
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The Basics Do you feel like you need to attend a “big-name” college to get the best education and to impress all of your friends? Stop for a moment and consider that college is not only about getting a great education. It is also a monumental life change that will open you up to new
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How younger students can be ahead of the game when it comes to planning early and paying less for college It is needless to say that high school is an overwhelming time for students. They’re faced with juggling their school’s social atmosphere, figuring out who they are, learning their true interests, and predicting what their
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Do you think a liberal arts education is wrong for you? We’re here to show you why it might be the best education for you. Unfortunately, it’s common for people to underestimate the value of a liberal arts education. Whether it’s believed that liberal arts is connected to a political affiliation or that this form
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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 celebrating college acceptances. Of course, few people post images of their children experiencing college rejection. But that doesn’t mean it’s not happening.With many top-tier colleges accepting only 5% of applicants,
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The first few weeks of college are uniquely exciting . . . and stressful. Luckily, there are proven ways to ease your transition so you can launch into your college years with optimism and confidence. Here we’ve gathered some or our best advice from years of counseling and thousands of college students. Get involved!! This
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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 and make sure you gather as much information as you can about each school you visit. Here are a few tips for making sure you get the most out of
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“Where do you want to go to college?” This seemingly simple question can elicit reactions from boredom to bewilderment to full-blown panic attack. While some students identified their “dream school” in early on, others don’t even know where to begin when it comes to a college list. If you are the oldest child, or in
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Tried and true actions that can improve your chance of admission So, you didn’t get into your dream school. But you didn’t NOT get in either. Deferred. Waitlisted. Whatever you call it, there’s still a chance for you to get accepted. And there are definitive and very important steps you can take to improve your
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The holidays are almost here. It’s time to enjoy family, friends, food, and . . . the FAFSA? If you’re a high school junior, you still have plenty of time before your FAFSA is due, so go ahead and enjoy the family, friends, and food. If you are a senior applying for regular admission, and you
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