Paying for college begins here
The idea of applying to scholarships can be overwhelming for students and parents alike. Many parents and students have a range of misconceptions about how the scholarship process works, when you can apply, where the money goes, and even if it will ever get easier. Luckily, there are answers to all of those concerns…
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For many college students, being away at school isn’t easy. Often, they are subjected to incredible amounts of stress, aren’t getting enough sleep, and might not be eating right. On top of that, they may also be very lonely. So, consider taking time to remind them you are thinking of them by sending a care package
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Essays are a common requirement for scholarship applications, and you stand the best chance of being selected if your essay stands out. To create content that will stand out from the crowd, make sure to avoid these four scholarship essay cliches.
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…the ideal time actually would have been earlier. So when exactly should your child start applying for scholarships? In this post, we break down the ‘scholarship seasons’ and let you know exactly when your child should start looking for the big bucks for college.
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With students having some free time over holiday break, we thought we’d share these. The best part? The majority have minimal requirements which means most students are eligible to apply. Time to get busy!
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The holiday season is upon us. While this often represents time to spend with family, it is also a great time to catch up on the college prep that has fallen to the wayside
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Whether your child is going to be a freshman or they are returning to college in the fall, it’s time to start thinking about how to pay for it – or else you can miss out on a lot of money! Here are 5 quick tips to maximize the FAFSA.
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While scholarships can sometimes seem like mystical creatures, the truth is that students are awarded billions of dollars in scholarships every single year. Check out our 10-point checklist below to help your child be competitive for scholarships.
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How can grants and scholarships help needy students to complete higher studies? These days, educational costs are sky high and simultaneously the unemployment level are rising. As a result, very few students are able to fund their college costs. The parents are equally not able to fund their kid’s higher education as they’re going through…
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Do you know how to pay for college? Are you fully prepared to cover the substantial expense of college? Do you want a better understanding of FAFSA, financial aid, scholarships, student loans and all those key terms for paying for college? And for those with students already in college, are you paying for college in the…
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