Why is it that even the most organized, buttoned-up and get-it-done families struggle to collect their information and complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid – www.fafsa.ed.gov)? It’s important to fill it out and submit it as early as possible since applications are     Continue Reading...

One way to avoid scholarship scams is to follow the old adage – “if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” Unfortunately, each year thousands are defrauded by flight-by-night websites and established organizations that prey on a family’s desire to fulfill their college     Continue Reading...

The worst thing about all of the myths surrounding college scholarships is that they stop students from believing that they have a chance of receiving aid, and frequently prevent them from applying for scholarship opportunities. First some facts on college scholarships: “Billions of unclaimed     Continue Reading...

Researching colleges and navigating through college applications can be daunting, but for most families discussing and then attacking the financial aid process is beyond overwhelming. There are just too many websites, so many books, scams to be wary of, claims of millions of dollars going unclaimed     Continue Reading...

The first question students ask is “Will I be accepted at college X?” The first question parents usually ask is “How can we afford to pay for college X?” With college tuition prices escalating annually, faster than the cost-of-living index, discussing what funds are available     Continue Reading...