If you still need to fill out the 2020-2021 FAFSA, it is time to get started as soon as possible. This is the number one way to get free money for college. If filling out this form seems like a dragon you have to slay, then this checklist will make it a little easier. Here …
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With college tuition reaching into the tens of thousands per year at many private universities, you may be trying to grab every bit of free money for college that you can get. If you have already filled out the FAFSA, that’s a good start. However, there may be other ways to fill in the gaps …
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College Planning Source is proud to offer vital webinars for both college hopefuls and their parents. From topics relating to college applications and financing education to up to date info regarding COVID-19 and the effect it is having on universities across America, we are continually adding new dates, so be sure to check out our …
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If you are using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), then you may have asked some of these questions yourself. Here are some concise answers to help you. If COVID-19 has resulted in a school closure, will my application still be processed? The application is processed and sent to all of the schools …
Even if you are just thinking about having children, it’s never too early to begin planning on how to fund college. Tuition costs are always rising, so smart parents don’t wait until the last minute to begin setting aside money. However, you also want your kids to have the best shot at getting into the …
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Is your family trying to figure out how to send one or more kids to college without being in debt forever? College Planning Source can help! Our experienced financial advisors take an 8-step approach to help you maximize the amount of free money for college that your family can obtain. Initial assessment – We need …
People were excited to get their stimulus payments following the passing of the CARES Act. However, what many people do not realize is that this government legislation also provides cash assistance for college students who have experienced loss due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are a few details that may help you get your share …
In a recent discussion with the New York Times, the University of Kentucky was frank about what college may look like in the fall semester due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. What are some of the changes that students need to be prepared for, and how will this change the future of learning? Here are …
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Each college in the US is facing a difficult decision with the effects of the global pandemic beginning to affect plans for the Fall semester. Here are a few of the options that schools are looking into and the reasons why. Online education – This is obviously the safest option if the pandemic is still …
Will classes return to campus in September? Will there be new online learning options? How will student financial aid be impacted? What measures are being taken by the school to help ensure the safety of students? These are all great questions if you are planning on being in college in September. Unfortunately, most colleges don’t …
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