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Beyond Race: What the Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action Decision Means for College Applicants
The Supreme Court's Decision on Affirmative Action and Its Impact on College Admissions For those who...
The Vital Role of the College Essay: A Key Component in the New Admissions Landscape
It's August and college application season has officially begun- whether you're ready for it or...
College Aid Pro’s FREE Summer College Bootcamp for Parents and High Schoolers
Click Here to Register Do you have a high schooler, particularly one who is possibly interested...
Public vs Private Colleges – Is There A Difference?
The U.S has over 4000 colleges and universities. If you've started researching colleges in order...
Complete Breakdown of College Application Deadlines
Understanding the different types of college application deadlines If your student is just beginning their college...
How To Start Shopping For College
So, you’ve been talking to your kid about the future and it’s become pretty clear...
How to Prepare for College: What my High Schooler Should be Doing this Summer
Ah summer. The sun is shining, you’re spending more time out and about, getting in...
Tuition Reciprocity Programs – Can You Get A Better Deal Out of State?
Cost of tuition is a major factor into many families’ final decision of where to...
What is A Financial Safety School? Should You Have at Least One on Your College List?
A “financial safety” school is a college that you know your family can afford. It...
Are Summer Programs at Universities Worth it for High Schoolers?
Every parent wants their high schooler to have a smooth transition to college. They want...
Acceptance Letters VS Financial Aid Letters
What's the Difference Between an Acceptance Letter and a Financial Aid Letter? https://youtu.be/wAZJZKREB4w Acceptance Letters An acceptance letter...
Decoding Dual Enrollment and AP Classes for High Schoolers – Is There an Ideal Option for You?
Students are increasingly being given the opportunity to take advantage of advanced courses in high...
Keep Your Sanity While Planning For College – Our Top 5 Tips for Success
This one’s for all you parents out there starting the college planning and application process...
Senioritis – Is it Really A Big Deal?
Senioritis. Parents across the country have heard of it. High school teachers dread it. It's a...
7 Simple Tips for International Students Looking at US Colleges
In the US, we take for granted the quality of many of our higher education...
Create your College Budget – Understanding what YOU can Afford
https://youtu.be/9bSwtaktfDA We know no one likes to talk about budgets, but shopping for college requires understanding...
College Aid Pro’s FREE College Winter Bootcamp for High Schoolers and Their Families
Click Here to Register Do you have a high schooler, particularly one who is in the...
Can You Ask A College For More Free Scholarship Money?
What happens when you receive a scholarship award – but it’s still not enough to...
Demonstrated Interest and How It Affects College Admissions
Demonstrated Interest and How It Affects College Admissions In this video, we'll explore how demonstrated interest...
“My College Budget” Makes Paying For College Easy For Your Student
Everyone has heard "paying for college" horror stories. Families spend a full summer (sometimes longer)...
Does Appealing For More Financial Aid Affect Admissions
Are you unsure if appealing for more financial aid affects your admissions decision? Watch this...
College Applications and Financial Aid for Transgender Students
A Transgender Student’s Guide to Shopping, Applying And Paying For College While more and more students...
Net Price Calculators: Part of the Problem, Not the Solution
Our core belief at CAP is that students and families can make smart, fiscally sound...
FAFSA Changes 2023-24: What You Need To Know
The Federal Student Aid office recently announced FAFSA changes that will go into effect for...
2023-2024 CSS Profile Dos, Don’ts, and Updates
The 2023-2024 CSS Profile is available on October 1, 2022. Before you dive headfirst into...
CAP Data Update! Admissions, Scholarships, and Financial Aid
“Have you started looking at colleges yet?” I remember asking my daughter this question 3...
6 Tips to Ensure You Don’t Go Broke Paying for College
6 Tips to Ensure You Don't Go Broke Paying for College Flip or scroll through the...
What College Should I Go To? 12 Important Things to Consider
As we get close to May 1, National College Decision Day, deciding where to go...
The Pros and Cons of Being Waitlisted From a College Funding Perspective
Every year, countless students are waitlisted at major colleges and universities across the country. When...
Pros and Cons Of Test-Optional College Admissions
Pros and Cons Of Test-Optional College Admissions For years, students and parents have railed against the...
All About the Money: 3 Important Financial Questions You Should be Asking When Picking a College
College is an investment. And like all other investments, you should expect to get a great...
What You Need to Know About College Application Season
The fall 2023 enrollment season is here! This time brings a flurry of excitement, nerves,...