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Five things you'll need for a successful scholarship search
March 02, 2021
To find something, you first need to know what it is you are searching for and such is the case with scholarship searches.
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Tips for encouraging your students to complete the FAFSA
March 02, 2021
The number of students applying for financial aid this year is down 9.4 percent.
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Understanding college costs and the difference between tuition negotiation and professional judgment
March 02, 2021
Controlling the cost of higher education is an issue on the minds of many students and parents.
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March tasks for high school seniors
March 01, 2021
As your senior year gets closer to winding down, make sure to complete the necessary admission applications, scholarship essays, and financial aid information.
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The tactic used by successful students to win more scholarships
February 04, 2021
Scholarships are sometimes called free money or gift aid.
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Celebrating school counselors today more than ever
February 02, 2021
School counselors have always been deserving of our thanks, but perhaps even more so this year.
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February tasks for high school seniors
February 02, 2021
It's just a few, busy months away from graduation now for high school seniors.
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Guide to Life after High School sessions given a fresh look
February 02, 2021
A fresh look can be energizing, especially in the middle of winter.
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How to succeed in high school
February 02, 2021
Successful high school students know that it isn't just one thing that has made them a success.
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More "Ability to Benefit" questions and more answers
January 21, 2021
As interest in career pathway programs has increased, so have the questions about federal financial aid for the programs.
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Four things to consider before taking classes at another school
January 05, 2021
Most college programs are designed so you can take all the necessary classes to graduate within four years.
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January tasks for high school seniors
January 05, 2021
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One simple question for the best college and career advice
January 05, 2021
You have the freedom to do what you want with your life and knowing that can be both a liberating gift and a heavy burden.
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Take the guesswork out of paying for college
January 05, 2021
When it comes to figuring out the cost of college, pencil-to-paper calculations can get very challenging very quickly.
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The difference between sticker price and what you will pay for college
January 05, 2021
One look at a college's sticker price and many students and their parents wonder how they will ever be able to afford higher education.
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Where do I start applying for financial aid?
January 05, 2021
If you are a high school senior or the parent of a senior, the next few months are important for applying for financial aid, such as scholarships, grants, and loans.
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Mapping Your Future featured in the news
December 17, 2020
Students and parents experienced a lot of changes this year when it comes to planning for college and pursuing financial aid to help pay for that education.
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Strategies for making the most of scholarship applications webinar scheduled for students, parents
December 15, 2020
When it comes to getting money for college, scholarships can be critical - especially if you or your family have been impacted financially by the pandemic.
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Applying for financial aid? There's an app for that
December 07, 2020
It's never been easier or more convenient to apply for financial aid for college.