Aug 19, 2025 | College finances
When families begin the college financial planning process, one number carries significant weight: the Student Aid Index (SAI). With recent FAFSA changes and a shift in financial aid calculations, many families now encounter the term “estimated SAI” early...
Apr 21, 2025 | College finances
Sending a child to college is one of the most exciting milestones in a parent’s life, but it is also one of the most expensive. With tuition, fees, and living expenses climbing, the total cost of a four-year degree can rival the price of a home. Families can...
Jun 4, 2024 | College finances
Navigating the labyrinth of college funding can be daunting for parents and students alike. As higher education costs continue to rise, understanding and accessing available financial resources becomes crucial. The College Benefits Research Group (CBRG) specializes in...
Jul 10, 2023 | College finances
Originally Published by The New York Times The Supreme Court decisions that struck down affirmative action programs and President Biden’s student debt cancellation plan will affect millions of people, whether they’re about to apply for college or are trying to pay it...
Aug 23, 2022 | College finances
Over the years, college costs have increased dramatically. Between 1980 and 2020, the average price of attending college increased by 169%. With such dramatic inflation, it’s much harder to afford college without a little help and extra funding than it has been in the...
Sep 21, 2021 | College athletes, College finances
For some time, name, image, and likeness (NIL) laws relating to student-athletes had remained relatively stagnant. However, in June 2021, these long-standing rules and guidelines were abruptly (and drastically) changed. Finally, college athletes are permitted to take...
