The Truth About College Pricing: Eye-Opening Insights Every Parent Needs to Know
You know that feeling when you’re shopping for something big—like a car or a house—and the price just doesn’t add up? That’s what college pricing often […]
Unlocking Merit Scholarships with MyCAP
Hi, I’m Matt Carpenter, co-founder of College Aid Pro. After working with thousands of families, I can tell you this—college planning feels like a full-time job, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Senioritis – Is it Really A Big Deal?
Senioritis. Parents across the country have heard of it. High school teachers dread it. It’s a phenomenon that seems all too common among 12th graders who […]
Free Money for College: Understanding Grants and Scholarships
Stop Leaving Cash on the Table: Your Guide to Free Money for College (It’s Easier Than You Think!) Let’s be real: college is expensive. But […]
Grades Really Do Matter – Junior Year of High School Is Important!
Your grades during junior year of high school are often the most crucial for college admissions. As a former high schooler and the mom to two […]
Can You Ask A College For More Free Scholarship Money?
What happens when you receive a scholarship award – but it’s still not enough to cover the gap between what you have saved and the cost […]
CAP Report Card – Merit Scholarship Transparency Rankings
The Importance of Transparency College Aid Pro’s (CAP) Mission is to End the Student Debt Crisis by empowering families to shop smarter for college. This is […]
6 Tips to Ensure You Don’t Go Broke Paying for College
6 Tips to Ensure You Don’t Go Broke Paying for College Flip or scroll through the news, and it won’t take you long to find some […]