College Aid Pro’s $1,000 No Essay Scholarship And Award Analyzer Update
We wanted to share a quick update with our families on our $1,000 No Essay Scholarship contest that closed at the beginning of April. Thank you […]
13 Ways To Successfully Pay Your College Bill
So your student has been accepted to college – Congrats! Celebrate their accomplishments and then take some time to map out how to pay for all […]
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 […]
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 them to get into their dream school, graduate with little to […]
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 […]
Weighted and Unweighted GPAs – Let’s Clarify Their Impact on Merit Money
Merit Scholarships: How do Colleges look at Weighted and 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! […]
Creating Your Senior Year Class Schedule – What Do You Really Need to Take?
Many high school juniors, preparing to determine their senior year class schedule, are asking: “What classes should I take senior year?” They are worried about getting […]
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 […]