529 Plans & Financial Aid: Understanding the Impact on FAFSA/CSS Profile
Scholarships and Financial Aid529 plans are popular, tax-advantaged accounts designed specifically for saving for education expenses. They&#... Read More
Budgeting for College Reality Check: Estimating Costs BEYOND Tuition
Scholarships and Financial AidWhen you look at college prices, the big number everyone talks about is tuition. But the real cost of college ... Read More
Finding Scholarships for Graduate School (Even While Still in High School!)
Scholarships and Financial AidGraduate school might feel like a lifetime away when you’re still navigating high school or just startin... Read More
Scholarship Displacement: Will Winning Outside Scholarships Reduce My College Aid?
Scholarships and Financial AidWinning scholarships from sources outside your college (like local clubs, national organizations, or companies... Read More
How Parent & Student Income/Assets Affect Financial Aid (FAFSA & CSS Profile Deep Dive)
Scholarships and Financial AidFilling out financial aid forms like the FAFSA and CSS Profile means sharing detailed financial information. H... Read More
Negotiating Merit Scholarships: Is It Possible? When & How to Ask
Scholarships and Financial AidYou received your college acceptance letters and financial aid offers – fantastic! But maybe your top-choice s... Read More
Tracking Your Scholarship Applications: Tools & Templates for Staying Organized
Scholarships and Financial AidApplying for scholarships is a fantastic way to reduce college costs, but it can quickly become overwhelming. ... Read More
The Scholarship Thank You Letter: Why It Matters & How to Write a Great One
Scholarships and Financial AidCongratulations! You received a scholarship to help pay for college – that’s fantastic news! After the i... Read More
Scholarships for Specific Talents & Skills (Beyond Academics & Athletics)
Scholarships and Financial AidWhen you hear “college scholarships,” you might immediately think of awards for straight A’s... Read More
State-Specific Financial Aid Programs You Might Be Missing Out On
Scholarships and Financial AidWhen thinking about financial aid, most people focus on federal aid (like Pell Grants from the FAFSA) or schol... Read More
Understanding Your Student Aid Index (SAI): What It Means & How It Impacts Your Aid
Scholarships and Financial AidIf you’re filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), you’ll encounter a new... Read More
FAFSA vs. CSS Profile: A Side-by-Side Comparison of Key Sections & Required Info
Scholarships and Financial AidApplying for financial aid for college often means filling out forms. Two of the most common ones are the FAFS... Read More