Many families don't think early enough about how to pay for college. But with a little planning, the challenge of paying for college is manageable.
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Using Summer Wisely to Get Started on College Admissions
Summer vacation can be a moment to take a break after an intense school year. But it's also a time to really focus on college admissions and college planning.
Here's a great list of things parents and students can do over the summer!
Stay On Track for College Admissions Through the Coronavirus Pandemic
Get up-to-date information and resources to stay on track for college admissions amidst the changes caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Building Your Brand for College Admissions
Brand-building for college is about understanding your strengths and weaknesses and finding a way to express that authentic self in your application.
Nine Tips to Make College Admissions Less Stressful
College admissions doesn't have to be extremely stressful. High school is when students learn about the adult they'll be, and find a good-fit college.
Five Tips on Choosing High School Courses Wisely for College Admissions
The high school courses you take, and the grades you get on them, are the most important part of your applications to colleges. Here are some tips to help you choose wisely.
Five Tips on Building a Realistic College Financial Plan
If you've got a student in middle or high school, here are five tips to help you get started on your college financial plan today!
Building a Four-Year Roadmap for College
College planning really starts in freshman year, so building a four-year roadmap for college is very important. For students, freshman year in high school is when grades and courses start to matter, in the sense that someone at a university will see them and might use them to make a decision about their admissions. For parents, it's when you've got to start helping your child make good decisions about how to use their time. It's also when saving money for college becomes critically important.
Six Tips to Help You Cut the Cost of College by Tens of Thousands
While the benefits of a college education outweigh the costs by a lot, the cost is daunting. Here are six tips on how you can cut the cost of college by tens of thousands of dollars.
Myths About Scholarships
Scholarships matter a lot for students headed to college because college is so expensive. But myths about scholarships hold people back from finding and applying for scholarships.