Federal Direct Student Loan Entrance Counseling and Master Promissory Notes
How Do I Finalize My Federal Direct Student Loan? At College Aid Pro™, we believe it’s critical that all college-bound families know that they are entitled […]
College Planning For the International Student – An Interview With Kristi Steele
Recently, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kristi Steele of KC360, who specializes in helping international students plan for attending college in the US. Kristi […]
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 is always a good idea to have your student put at […]
Acceptance Letters VS Financial Aid Letters
What’s the Difference Between an Acceptance Letter and a Financial Aid Letter? Acceptance Letters An acceptance letter will come from the school’s Office of Admissions. This […]
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 school. In fact, some schools are pushing students toward these options for […]
Weighted vs Unweighted GPAs – Let’s Clarify Their Impact on Merit Money
Merit Scholarships: How do Colleges look at Weighted vs Unweighted GPAs? Merit scholarships are a great way to get school either fully or mostly covered, meaning […]
How to Use MyCAP’s Award Analyzer – Is Your Financial Aid Offer Worth Appealing?
Hey Seniors! Congrats on making it to the last semester of high school! You’re almost done with this chapter and prepping for the next one- COLLEGE! […]
Senior Year Class Schedule: How to Choose Classes Colleges Love
Senior Year Class Schedule: How to Choose Classes Colleges Love Senior year is busy—apps, essays, life. Your senior year class schedule shouldn’t tank your chances. Here’s […]
College Aid Pro Reviews: Real Results & Ratings
College Aid Pro Reviews Real stories from real families navigating admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and loans. Over the past few years, College Aid Pro (CAP) has […]
Confused by the Appeals Process? A Step By Step Guide for High School Seniors
Congratulations Class of 2024 – you’re on the home stretch! High school graduation is right around the corner. Do you know what you’re doing next? Many […]