The process of applying to a college can be stressful. However, we are going to provide you with three helpful reminders for navigating the process. Take one step at a time – Chart your progress using a calendar. This will ensure that you hit due dates on things like applying for financial aid, asking teachers […]
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Going to college is expensive! It is not just the tuition costs, but there are also things like room and board, books, transportation expenses, and other fees. How can your family plan ahead to send or more children through school? A college financial planner can help. Here are some of the ways a college financial
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Congratulations on being accepted into a college! Now, let’s make sure you get what you deserve in order to help you pay for your education. It all starts with understanding the college award letter. Here are four questions to help you ensure that you know exactly what you are getting. Is the letter outlining the
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You want to have safety schools, reach schools, and midrange schools on your list of colleges to apply to. You may have a few names pop into your head right away, but how can you really decide which schools have the best options for you? The Internet is a valuable tool in your search. Here
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Scholarships are available both for families that have a financial need as well as for students who show strong academic merit. Additionally, there are certain scholarships that are designed for students who meet unique requirements. Besides the FAFSA, this is the other primary way to acquire funding that doesn’t have to be paid back. Here
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If you are a student-athlete who is hoping to play sports in college, you should understand the difference between the three NCAA divisions. Here is some useful information when deciding which colleges to apply to. NCAA Division III – The programs are less competitive, but that also means there are fewer requirements. It is important to know
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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is one of the essential ways that students can get free money for college. However, there are a number of myths that sometimes stop students from even applying. Don’t let that be you! Here are some myths you can just ignore and fill out the FAFSA anyway.
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One of the things that students dread the most about the college applications process is having to write an essay. To help simplify the process just a little, we’ve come up with these three vital tips. Ignore the word “optional” when it appears in connection with an essay – If the college application says that
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It can be a long and expensive journey to become a doctor. However, many do it because there is a big payoff for physicians and surgeons. Just how much can you expect to make? The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics provides some figures you may find interesting. For example, here are the mean average wages
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It is the start of a new calendar year, so here are a few essential reminders for high school juniors and seniors who are planning to attend college after graduation. Juniors – It is time to get your college list narrowed down so you can prepare to apply. You want at least four schools on
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