Top Two Resources for Finding Automatic Merit Scholarships

With the cost of college continuously on the rise, many college-bound students and their parents are desperately looking for ways to reduce the cost of college […]
5 Things Parents Need to Know About Private Scholarships

This was originally written for and published by Saving For College, adapted and expanded for the College Aid Pro community. When families think about bridging the […]
College Investment: 3 Important Financial Questions You Should be Asking When Picking a College
All About the Money: 3 Important Financial Questions You Should be Asking When Picking a College College is an investment. And like all other investments, you […]
The 3 Best Free Online Resources for Athletic Recruiting
The best resources for athletic recruiting vary from athletic recruiting service websites to school sites and other sites that compile athletic recruiting information. Of course, athletic […]
Ways to Pay for College: 5 Types of Merit-Based Scholarships

Merit scholarships can be one of the best ways to pay for college, especially if your family will not qualify for need-based aid. It is important […]
Getting a Full-Ride Scholarship from Your ACT or SAT Score

Getting a Full-Ride Scholarship from Your ACT or SAT Score Wanting to get your student a free college education? Who doesn’t! The fact is, there are […]
Do College Savings Reduce Financial Aid?
Do College Savings Reduce Financial Aid? Parents regularly express frustration to me, for having been penalized for saving for their child’s education and receiving a smaller […]
Maximizing College Financial Aid: What Every Family Should Know

Understanding Financial Aid 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 […]
Standardized Test Scores in College Admissions: Do You Still Need Strong Test Scores?

Standardized Test Scores in College Admissions: Do You Still Need Strong Test Scores? How much do your standardized test scores matter? The short answer: A lot. […]