5 FAFSA Tips Every Parent Needs to Know Before They Fill It Out

FAFSA Tips for Parents: A Guide to Getting it Right If you’re anything like me, the thought of filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal […]
IDOC and FAFSA Verification

Originally published October 2024. Updated October 2025 with new information and resources. IDOC and FAFSA Verification Getting all of your financial aid forms completed and submitted […]
Haven’t Finished Your FAFSA? Join our Power Hour & Get It Done!

FAFSA Week Of Action – April 15 – 19 2024 At College Aid Pro, we are fully committed to being an advocate for families. We cherish […]
The FAFSA Fumble: A Call to Action From College Aid Pro’s CEO

A Letter from Our CEO Regarding the FAFSA Fiasco A nurse friend of mine gave me some great advice a few years ago. She told me […]
Essential Top 20 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 […]
FAFSA Delays Stressing You Out? 3 Ways to Take Advantage of The Extra Time

How to Leverage the FAFSA Delays Applying for student financial aid can be both overwhelming and crucial for students and their families. Once you figure out […]
FAFSA Frustrations? 4 Common Problems & Fixes for the New 2024 Form

FAFSA 2024: 4 Recurring Frustrations and How to Fix Them The FAFSA application process is a critical step for students and families seeking federal student aid. […]
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 […]
Conquer the FAFSA Due Date: Your Guide to Confident College Funding

Your FAFSA Due Date Action Plan: Deadlines, Forms, and Must Knows If you’re in the throes of college application season, then you’re probably aware that there […]
Maximize Financial Aid Eligibility: Ultimate Parent’s Guide

As a parent, you want the best for your child’s future, and higher education is often a significant part of that journey. However, navigating the college […]