by Brenda Piazza | Oct 20, 2023 | College Financial
What is the CSS Profile? The CSS (College Scholarship Services) Profile is a financial aid application used by many private colleges and universities to determine your student’s eligibility for non-government financial aid, such as the college’s grants, loans, and...
by Brenda Piazza | Sep 26, 2023 | College Financial
The redesigned Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is expected to launch in December of this year. For years, October 1 was the first day US citizens or eligible non-citizens could apply for need-based financial aid by submitting the FAFSA. Because of the...
by Brenda Piazza | Sep 14, 2023 | College Financial
How much will a four-year college cost your student? It depends on how much financial aid your student receives! Parents often tell me, “We won’t qualify for financial aid.” This depends on many factors, including your family’s financial “profile,” your child’s...
by Brenda Piazza | Sep 7, 2023 | College Financial
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...
by Brenda Piazza | Aug 24, 2023 | College Financial
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...
by Brenda Piazza | Jul 20, 2023 | College Financial
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...
