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Federal Student Loan Payments Restart in October
Millions of Americans with federal student loans will have their first payment due in October after a three-year pause. What can you expect? You may have a different loan servicer. Look for postal mail notifications or log into studentaid.gov to confirm your...
How to Organize Your College Applications
Before applying to college, it is essential to get organized. Even with excellent grades, impressive test scores, and many extracurricular activities, it can be stressful without a well-planned application process. When making your final decision, it will be important...
Money-Saving Advice for College
Saving on college costs reduces debt burdens and promotes long-term financial independence. Knowing ways to save on college costs is important when considering your college list. Student loan debt is the second highest form of debt in the U.S., second only to...
Application Deadlines
What are the most common application deadlines? Regular Decision: Students submit their applications by a specified date. The most common regular decision deadlines are January 1 and January 15. Rolling Admission: There is no set application deadline, but I...
Rising Seniors, Your Summer College Application Prep – Continued!
Did you complete the first draft of your Common Application essay? If you did, good for you! If not, I encourage you to make this a goal over the next few weeks – before school starts! It may take several drafts to polish your essay to completion. July and August...
Rising Seniors, Summer College Application Prep – Continued!
Last week, I suggested that rising seniors start their application prep now, with more available time. This fall, you will thank me! July and August Checklist - Continued! The Common Application Opens August 1. The Common Application, or “Common App,” is an online...
Rising Seniors, It’s Time For Summer College Application Prep!
Why start your application prep during the summer? Because this fall, you will be busy with homework, sports, and other activities. Reduce your stress, and get started now! July and August Checklist - Let’s Get Started! College Visits. To find the best college for...
Paying Your Tuition Bill
The ideal situation is that families have the resources to cover the cost of their student’s college education. The reality is, most families will have to borrow in some capacity to make this happen. Every family should be able to make informed decisions. Here are...