Numerous organizations raise funds to provide high school seniors with scholarship money. A lot of hard work, dedication, and a sincere desire to support the students is involved. Students are encouraged to keep a list of potential scholarships, apply on time, follow all directions, and make sure all required documents are submitted. This is taking Read More
There have been concerns and many formal and informal discussions related to making the financial aid notifications that students and families receive easier to understand. Like all professions, financial aid has its own terminology and this can affect the communication that takes place between colleges, universities and prospective students. Below are three ways to enhance Read More
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hereThe College Solution hosted a great webinar recently with Lynn O’Shaughnessy (founder of the College Solution) and Mark Salisbury (creator of TuitionFit). In the presentation they discussed how TuitionFit, which is a free tool, can help counselors, students and parents get access to real award letters from schools across the country. They also have a Read More
Forbes recently published an in-depth article which showed some research that determined students who personally met with their High School Counselor were much more likely to receive financial aid in College. The research came from the National Center for Educational Statistics. The encouragement of a Counselor to fill have them fill out the FAFSA and Read More
Many students and their parents have no clue about how financial aid works and how they are going to finance their child’s education. Do you get many questions about the types of financial aid available to them? The overwhelming majority of college students will utilize some type of federal and non-federal financial aid to help Read More
Join this webinar to find out how your students can check eligibility for student loan forgiveness. Be sure to bring your questions for our student loan experts! No borrower should struggle alone, which is why we’ve created this space for our community of borrowers, friends and family members to access trusted support and guidance around Read More
A new survey (sponsored by Discover Student Loans) was just released and focused on sentiment and awareness surrounding the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The insights in this survey are particularly timely given that the FAFSA application opens next Saturday, October 1. Here are a few of the highlights from the survey results: Read More
Here are 6 great tips students should use when starting their search for a college: Set Financial Expectations Ahead of the College Search Do Your Research and Create a Well-Rounded College List Show Demonstrated Interest to Top Choice Schools Visit as Many Schools on the List as Possible Work on Application Materials Before Senior Year Read More
The cost of tuition continues to rise and college. Many colleges are searching for ways to help students that are qualified but don’t have the necessary funds to pay for it to attend. Fox News reports that Princeton University is embarking on a major expansion of its financial aid policy for students from families earning Read More
As a high school counselor, you’re likely the first person that students will go to for advice about applying for financial aid. Though you likely have a general idea of how to help most students, it can be difficult to keep track of all of the various scholarships and financial aid options that are out Read More
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