Updated January 2024. Senior year is a whirlwind of activity. Students and their parents are anticipating the journey to college that’s right around the corner. Fall semester means that application
Every year, students and their parents complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Every year, parents wonder, “What’s the point?!” The FAFSA is a tool used by the
For most families, student loans must be part of the college-funding conversation. Families can minimize the amount of debt their students take on through careful planning for smart savings, tax
With the rising cost of education, finding a good financial fit has to be a part of this equation in the 21st century. The college process should be focused on creating the best possible outcomes for students and families. So where can families find “free money”?
Raise your hand if you (or your kids) have untouched money left in an old 529 Plan after you graduated college. Good problem to have by the way! This is
We see it often at this time of year. The time of year when students are receiving college letters telling them they are accepted or waitlisted or rejected. The time of year when families are receiving college letters telling them what they are expected to pay for the privilege of attending that school. It can be a dream, or it can be a horror story.
We originally posted this blog when the changes were announced in April. Since October is in right around the corner, we want to remind you of the FAFSA changes. One
August always seems to bring a fresh perspective on finances and life. The long days of summer are winding down and you might be feeling that classic “back to school”
West Virginia University – that state’s largest public “flagship” university – recently announced that they’re cutting several academic programs due to a multi-million-dollar operating deficit. This announcement sent shockwaves through
This fact may shock you…in recent years, the college dropout rate is up to 32.9%. Undergraduate freshmen have a one-year dropout rate of 24.1%. These numbers are startling, especially for
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