Oct 29, 2025 | College admissions
For many high school students and parents, the college admissions process can feel like navigating a maze filled with unwritten rules, hidden criteria, and endless applications. One of the most common questions we hear at the College Benefits Research Group (CBRG) is:...
Sep 15, 2025 | College admissions
Every spring, thousands of college applicants across the country open their admissions emails with hope — only to find that they’ve been waitlisted. For many, this outcome is more confusing than a clear “yes” or “no.” So, what does it mean to be waitlisted, and what...
Aug 28, 2025 | College admissions
College is one of the biggest investments a family will ever make. Yet too many students and parents assume the only way to afford higher education is by taking on mountains of debt. That doesn’t have to be the case. With the right strategies, you can reduce costs...
Aug 28, 2025 | College admissions
When it comes to paying for college, two financial aid forms matter more than any others: the FAFSA/CSS Profile. These forms determine how much need-based and institutional aid students receive, shaping everything from federal grants to private college scholarships....
Aug 21, 2025 | College admissions
For many students, college decisions bring excitement, relief, or sometimes disappointment. But another result often causes confusion: being waitlisted. What does it mean to be waitlisted—and what can you or your student do about it? Being waitlisted isn’t the end of...
Jul 7, 2025 | College admissions
There’s only so much a brochure or website can tell you. College visits are a critical part of choosing the right school, offering invaluable insight into whether a college truly fits your student’s needs and personality. Why campus visits make a difference Visiting a...
