Aug 11, 2025 | Financial aid
Navigating the college decision process is both exciting and stressful—especially when financial aid award letters start arriving in your inbox. At first glance, it might seem like you can simply compare the total amounts and choose the biggest offer. But in reality,...
Jul 16, 2025 | Financial aid
Getting into college is a victory. But what happens when your financial aid award falls short of expectations? You don’t have to accept it as the final word. Many families are unaware that financial aid awards are negotiable, especially when circumstances have changed...
Jul 15, 2025 | Financial aid
College financial aid forms can feel like an alphabet soup of stress for families. Between the FAFSA, CSS Profile, and additional institutional documents, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Yet, these forms are essential for unlocking financial aid that can dramatically...
Jun 27, 2025 | Financial aid
Paying for college is stressful. Between the rising costs, confusing forms, and unfamiliar terms, families often feel overwhelmed before they even start. FAFSA, CSS Profile, EFC—what does it all mean? And how do you know you’re doing it right? This is where College...
Feb 25, 2025 | Financial aid
Paying for college is one of many families’ biggest financial challenges. With tuition costs rising, securing financial aid is more important than ever. The good news? The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is getting a significant overhaul for the...
Oct 22, 2024 | Financial aid
As higher education costs rise, navigating college financial aid has become crucial to families’ decisions about college. Understanding the ins and outs of financial aid can significantly affect a family’s ability to pay for a student’s education. Asking...
