by cbrgadmin | Sep 7, 2021 | College finances
If you are a student in the United States, then a quality education rarely comes without a price. As you apply to colleges, you’re probably still too eager to consider come of the financial implications — instead, you’re just excited to move into this new stage...
by cbrgadmin | Aug 24, 2021 | College freshmen
Making the transition from home to college is enormous. As soon as you enter your freshman year of college, it feels like every bit of your life and routine has changed, and is only continuing to change, day by day. Obviously, this isn’t always the easiest situation...
by cbrgadmin | Aug 10, 2021 | College planning
When it’s time for your high school-aged child to start applying for college admissions, you might ask yourself, “Do we need a college planner?” In a word—yes. Don’t just take our word for it! While we are certainly proud of our accomplishments and work when it comes...
by cbrgadmin | Jul 29, 2021 | Choosing colleges
Originally Published by U.S. News & World Report Prospective students should start broadly and then narrow their list down to colleges that best fit their needs, experts say. The challenges of college begin long before a student enrolls. The first hurdle often is...
by cbrgadmin | Jul 27, 2021 | College planning
Applying to and planning for college can be an exciting time for you and your child. Many families enjoy fine-tuning college applications and essays, making lists of what to bring, and imagining a child’s new life on their own at an institution for higher learning....
by cbrgadmin | Jul 19, 2021 | College health insurance
Originally Published by The New York Times For some students, their parents’ coverage may be the better choice. The Affordable Care Act is also an option. Here are the pros and cons of the various plans. Many colleges and universities require students to have health...
by cbrgadmin | Jul 13, 2021 | College planning
US News reports that the average cost of tuition at four-year colleges in 2020 equaled $10,000 for public school and $37,000 for private school. Even if your parents’ financial situation was not significantly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, covering these costs for...
by cbrgadmin | Jun 22, 2021 | College finances
The COVID-19 pandemic has not only upended the lives of millions, but also resulted in widespread financial consequences for families across the nation, prompting many young adults to reconsider how they can afford to pay for college while their parents confront...
by cbrgadmin | Jun 8, 2021 | College admissions
In the not-so-distant past, the primary factor considered for college admission was a student’s test scores. Specifically, the SAT and the ACT (founded in 1941 and 1959 respectively) have been so ingrained in our educational systems that programs helping students to...
by cbrgadmin | May 18, 2021 | College debt
When you take out student loans for school, you enter into a contract with the financial institution you’ve chosen to borrow from. However, if you don’t build an understanding of that contract, you are at a disadvantage once it comes time to pay back the loans. You’ll...
