During the spring months, every letter or email arriving for your high school senior brings potential news about their college applications. From acceptance letters to waitlists, the news will run a whole range of emotions. But, some of these letters, especially your financial aid offers,...
One of the most important components of your student’s decision about college is finances. While the financial aid office at schools that your student has applied to will be sending information, your family also needs to consider other budget line items that impact how much...
It’s that time of year: college decision day is quickly approaching. For some students who have already decided on their college choice, they’re all done and they know what the next four years hold for them. But, for others, there’s still some decisions to be...
By this point in the academic year, families of high school seniors are done with their college applications. Now, comes the fun part: waiting for acceptance and financial aid letters for final decisions. If your student was accepted during early admission, their decisions are likely...
The life of a high school junior is a busy one! They’re working through classes to keep their GPA up, participating in clubs or sports, and starting to think seriously about their college career. During your student’s junior year, one of the most important to-do...
Applying and paying for college feels complicated and oftentimes, overwhelming to families and students alike. That’s why February is National Financial Aid Awareness Month across the U.S., thanks to the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA). Throughout the month, there is always a concentrated...
Most parents know that their students should look for scholarships during their junior and senior year of high school. But, what many don’t realize is that scholarship searches should continue beyond that. Looking for additional forms of “free” money can help ease the financial burden...
High school juniors need to step up their game when it comes to applying to college. Believe it or not, the FAFSA for your freshman year in college will come online October 1, 2023. Parents and students are completing their FAFSA applications by the end...
As parents, there’s so many things we need to teach our children. How to manage money is definitely one of those things. Learning how to be fiscally responsible is an important life lesson for every child. The money management skills we teach our children will...
The start of the new year is always filled with our resolutions and plans for another successful year. While you’re thinking about financial goals for the next year, don't forget to consider your child’s financial future. Too often, parents don’t plan for their child’s education...
