College students with extreme financial need benefit from the Federal Perkins Loan Program. In addition to the Direct Student Loans or PLUS Loans that are available, Perkins Loans can make the difference in a student’s ability to pay for college. These loans are offered to...
One huge component of college financial aid packages is federal financial aid, but most states also have financial aid programs available as well. These are designed to motivate students to attend college in their home state and to provide the opportunity for students with financial...
Who are the “millennials” and why is everyone paying so much attention to them? According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the tag of millennial is being applied to those born between 1980 and 1999. Now aged between 16 and 35, their numbers are...
College graduation has come and gone. All the caps and gowns have been put away, and it’s time to start thinking about repaying those student loans which helped you achieve your dream of a college diploma. Here are a few tips for the college class...
College application deadlines are rapidly approaching. Whether you use the Common App or go directly to the schools, there is usually an essay requirement. Most students anticipate this activity with dread, but some see it as a great opportunity to stand out from the crowd....
As your child prepares to apply to various colleges, you may be aware that you will need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). That form isn’t even available online until January, so you think you have plenty of time, but then...
As a high school senior, you may be getting ready to start applying to various colleges. Some admission deadlines are coming up quickly, so you need to be prepared. There are several ways to apply to college, so it is important to check the website...
It’s that time of year again when high school students are trying to decide whether they should take the ACT or SAT, both, or neither, as part of their college application process. Although similar in nature, the two standardized tests do measure different capabilities. Most...
Perhaps you are a parent who has already taken steps to get your high school student into a great college, or you might be one of those who are wondering what all the other parents mean when they toss out abbreviations like FAFSA, SAR and...
It’s September and college students should be settling into their new routines. For college freshmen this can be both overwhelming and exhilarating at the same time. While it’s great being away from your parents and making decisions on your own, it’s also scary being responsible...
