Top 20 College Financial Aid Terms Every Family Should Know
Understanding Financial Aid Terms Before You Dive In To College Planning Let’s face it – the college planning process is a whirlwind of emotions, paperwork, and […]
Decoding Net Price Calculators: The Good, the Bad, and the MyCAP Difference
Net Price Calculator’s vs. MyCAP SAI Estimates You’ve heard the expression “less is more?” Well, sometimes less IS more and sometimes less is just less. When […]
What is the CSS Profile? Mastering the CSS Profile for Maximum Aid
When it comes to financing your education, there’s more to consider than just tuition fees. Many colleges and universities in the United States require prospective students […]
CSS Profile vs FAFSA: Which Colleges Require It, and How It Impacts Your Financial Aid
What Colleges Require the CSS Profile for Financial Aid? When it comes to applying for financial aid for college, most students and parents are familiar with […]
Preparing for the FAFSA Changes – Tips and Timelines to Ease Your Stress
Summer is in full swing and rising high school seniors are, no, let me rephrase, the parents of rising seniors are already stressing over the upcoming […]
Financial Aid Guidance for Divorced or Separated Families
What Constitutes a “Divorced or Separated Family” for College Financial Aid? Colleges don’t see a difference between a divorced or separated household. If you file […]
What is an EFC and What Does it Mean For You?
In this video, we’re going to take a look at what is an EFC and what it means for you as a student. We’ll explore the […]
CSS Profile: Does Home Equity Count?
How Home Equity Affects The CSS Profile The CSS Profile and the FAFSA have very different requirements and how they calculate your Expected Family Contribution. But […]
College Applications and Financial Aid for Transgender Students
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 are identifying […]
Financial Aid for Divorced or Separated Parents: FAFSA & CSS Profile Guide
Financial Aid for Divorced or Separated Parents: FAFSA & CSS Profile Guide Financial aid forms can seem tricky for any household, but this is especially true […]