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As parents, we learned the hard way that college admissions was not a walk in the park. We built tools and gathered data to help our family as we went through the process. Those tools are now freely accessible to families and professionals.
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The Ultimate College Applications Timeline
Applying to college takes so many steps. It’s no wonder that families sometimes get lost. The good news is: you
7 STEM Colleges with Generous Merit Aid
A great STEM school does not have to break the bank. Many of the country’s best STEM colleges offer generous
5 Financial Aid Myths Dispelled
For many, college is one of life’s biggest expenses. Very few people can afford to pay for college out of
Merit Aid
The Ultimate College Applications Timeline
Applying to college takes so many steps. It’s no wonder that families sometimes get lost. The good news is: you
7 STEM Colleges with Generous Merit Aid
A great STEM school does not have to break the bank. Many of the country’s best STEM colleges offer generous
5 Financial Aid Myths Dispelled
For many, college is one of life’s biggest expenses. Very few people can afford to pay for college out of
Thinking about Hiring a Private Admissions Professional? 10 Questions To Ask in the Process.
Nothing about the admissions process is easy. Many families will decide to hire a private admissions consultant for additional help.
College Application List Building
Financial Hack: The New Paradigm for College Admissions List Building
Safety, Target, and Reach College Lists are Dead A couple of decades ago, building a college list based on your
How to Research Schools on Your College List
The more you know about the colleges on your big list, the easier it is to narrow down your choices.
How To Trim Your College List
The schools on your college shortlist should be well-considered and thoughtful choices. Trim your college list is the final step
How to Assess Acceptance Likelihood and Affordability of a College
You’ve done the work to measure your level of interest in all the schools on your big college list. Now
Financial Aid Appeals
5 Financial Aid Myths Dispelled
For many, college is one of life’s biggest expenses. Very few people can afford to pay for college out of pocket. Most families will depend on some type of financial
4 tools to Help Families Successfully Appeal for More Aid
Your Aid Package is Based on What The College Thinks You Need Financial aid award letters have arrived! Families who have a clear understanding of their offers and then thoughtfully appeal for
5 Powerful Things to Say in a Financial Aid Appeal
You can save thousands of dollars per year on the cost of college if you take the time to appeal for more financial aid. If the situation fits, here are
5 Reasons Why You Should Appeal for More Financial Aid
Asking For More Money is the Right Thing to Do Appealing for more financial aid is a smart move for families. College is one of the biggest investments a family
7 Easy Steps to Appeal Your Financial Aid Package
Appealing for more financial aid is an excellent way to make college more affordable. A college education is the second biggest purchase—the first is buying a house—that a family will