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Non-Tuition College Expenses – What to Expect

Paying for college is difficult enough without getting hit by surprise expenses. So, let’s take a few minutes to discuss some of the expenses associated with a university education that are not covered by tuition. School Supplies – When you were in school as a child, your parents probably paid for things like pens and …

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How Much Will College Cost You?

This is a difficult question that college hopefuls need to answer. After all, you want to know how much of the cost you can defray with grants or scholarships, how much your family will be willing and able to contribute, and how much you may need to acquire loans to cover. Here are a few …

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Remind Your Senior to Fill Out the FAFSA Today!

The U.S. Department of Education reported a 9.2% decline in FAFSA submissions by high school seniors for the 2021-22 school year. In some of the most impoverished states, that decline seemed to be even greater. Why would fewer students be applying for federal aid in low-income areas? The fact of the matter is that a …

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Don’t Miss Out on FAFSA Due to These Misconceptions

Every year, there is money that the government sets aside for college students that goes unused. Why? Much of the issue results from misinformation. We’re going to look at some of the most common reasons a person may miss out on free money for college that they could apply for using the FAFSA. Myth: My …

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Attention Students for the Class of 2023, 2024, 2025: Sign Up Now!

The College Planning Source planning assessment for the Class of 2022 is currently FULL! So we want to encourage students from the Class of 2023, 2024, 2025 to sign up now while we still have spots remaining. This is a direct, one-on-one, complimentary college planning assessment to help get your education journey started on the …

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What You Should Know Before Taking a Loan for Your Child’s College Education

Some generous parents who are in a position to do so may choose to pay for their child’s college education. However, if you don’t have enough money to cover it all upfront, you may decide to go the loan route. Once you have examined all financial aid and scholarship opportunities, what should you know about …

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4 Things to Know About FAFSA if You Have More Than One Child

If you have more than one child in the household who will be going to college or will be continuing their college education next year, this article is for you. Remember that students have to fill out the FAFSA every year they are in college to keep receiving aid, so it is very possible for …

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What You Need to Know Before Applying for Student Loans

Few families can afford to put down all of the money for college upfront. Even with scholarships and financial aid, most students will incur some type of debt. Here are a couple of things you need to know before you start applying for student loans. Know the APR – You want to be sure that …

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