by Brenda Piazza | Jul 11, 2024 | College Financial
With the new academic year approaching, many families are bracing for the arrival of college tuition bills. While some may have the means to cover these costs, many must explore borrowing options. Making informed financial choices is crucial. Here’s how you can...
by Brenda Piazza | Jan 1, 2024 | College Financial
Effective 12/31/23FAFSA 2024 (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) has been introduced with what the government terms a “soft launch,” akin to a trial run assessing the application’s functionality. Expect intermittent pauses for technical tweaks...
by Brenda Piazza | Nov 23, 2023 | College Financial
What is the net price? The net price is an estimate of the actual cost families will pay for their student’s college education expenses annually. How do you calculate the net price? The college’s total cost of attendance (COA) (tuition & fees, room, board,...
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...
