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College Planning Reminders for High School Juniors and Seniors

January 27, 2021

It is the start of a new calendar year, so here are a few essential reminders for high school juniors and seniors who are planning to attend college after graduation. Juniors – It is time to get your college list narrowed down so you can prepare to apply. You want at least four schools on your list. There should …

5 Tips to Help College Students During Freshman Year

January 19, 2021

Starting your first year at a college or a private university can be both exciting and scary. Here are a few tips to help prepare you for a good experience. …

Filling Out the FAFSA When Your Parents Are Not Currently Married

January 12, 2021

Sometimes there are family situations that make filling out the FAFSA a little less clear. One such scenario is if your parents are not married to one another. Perhaps they …

Key Steps to Take When Applying to Community College

January 5, 2021

The requirements for a community college are often less strict than that of a university. Tuition is also a lot less. For this reason, many families decide that this is …

Missing the Fall Semester Doesn’t Mean It’s Too Late to Go to College

December 29, 2020

There are many reasons students decided to skip the fall 2020 semester. Some were worried about going to school and getting COVID-19, perhaps even bringing it home to their family. …

What Is Borrower Defense When It Comes to Federal Student Aid?

December 22, 2020

Borrow defense is short for borrower defense to loan repayment forgiveness. The full term makes it a little easier to understand. We’re talking about legal ground for not paying back …

Three Ways to Improve Your Remote Education Experience

December 15, 2020

Many students are taking classes online, whether you are still in high school or you have already started your college experience. Your grades matter, so how can you stay engaged …