The 3 Different Types of Expected Family Contribution Explained

Do you find this article helpful? Imagine what you could learn from Matt, along with Peg Keough, Eric Rath, Brian Ford, and Dan Bisig in just […]
When Your Expected Family Contribution is (EFC) is Too High

Are you left scrambling after filling out the FAFSA to see the number you’re expected to contribute goes way beyond your means? When your expected family […]
How Will I Know If I Qualify For Need-Based Financial Aid?

Will we qualify for need-based financial aid for college? – A question on the minds of most parents with college-bound high school students. The answer is […]
The 5 Types of Need-Based Financial Aid for College-Bound Families


Types of Need-Based Financial Aid When you receive a need-based financial aid package from a college, it may include any of the following types of aid. […]
Prior-Prior Year (PPY) : What It Is and Why It Matters to College Financial Aid



It seems like in the world of financial aid there’s always one question that bubbles to the surface: what tax year are we basing our information […]
Expected Family Contribution (FAFSA): Explained


Have you heard the term Expected Family Contribution on TV or social media and wondered what exactly it is, and how does it affect your child […]
Winning the College Finance Game: Maximize Your Family’s Financial Aid Package


First thing’s first – don’t feel ashamed if you’re more than a little intimidated by the college financial aid process. You’re in good company. More good […]