Your student has successfully navigated high school, toured campuses, applied to and been accepted into college. All summer, they’ve dreamt of the momentous day when their new life away from home begins, as well as all the freedom and responsibility that comes along with it. As a parent, you know they’ll learn much more than academics – so to … [Read more...]
How To Make The Most Of Your Campus Tour
Written by | July 25, 2019 |
When your college-bound student has prepared their list of top colleges and begun moving toward the decision making phase, the most exciting way to narrow down the selection is with a campus tour. By experiencing the college environment firsthand, talking with program directors and students, and seeing the facilities up close, it will be easier for … [Read more...]
College Planning For Sophomore High School Year
Written by | July 11, 2019 |
It might seem early to have a college funding plan in place if your daughter or son is only 14 or 15. It’s not! A student’s sophomore year in high school is the best time to start college planning as it marks the next phase for parents to narrow down the best financial options and strategies for their college-bound student. To stay on track, … [Read more...]
The Best Career Choices For Students
Written by | June 13, 2019 |
Children are commonly asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” They might dream of being astronauts, firefighters, doctors, teachers, etc. However, as they move into their teenage years, they often want to explore other career choices. Conventional wisdom claims a student’s choice of college and major will drive their occupation. … [Read more...]
Summer Job Benefits and Why Your Student Needs One
Written by | May 23, 2019 |
For college and high school students, summers provide a welcomed respite from the rigors of the academic year. With a free schedule it is the perfect opportunity to find a summer job to earn some fun money for the upcoming year, and, most importantly, save for college. With the rising costs of college tuition, room and board, and other living … [Read more...]
7 Financial Aid Planning Tips You Need To Know
Written by | May 9, 2019 |
College can be expensive, and with rising tuition costs parents and students need to be financially prepared to make sound decisions based on what they can afford. A good place to begin researching to prepare for your child’s education costs is with online resources like FinAid!, which offers financial aid planning tips every parent needs to … [Read more...]
5 Practical Money Skills for College Students
Written by | April 18, 2019 |
Practical money skills are essential to creating lifelong good money habits. For students, developing proper financial habits right from the start puts them on a positive path to becoming financially independent. To help your student, take time to help them navigate financial waters before they are on their own; they’ll be more likely to … [Read more...]
5 To-Do’s for Making High School Juniors College Ready
Written by | March 5, 2019 |
School is back in full swing, and that means for many high school juniors, the thought of college isn’t too far behind. So what can you do to get ready for the collegiate grind? Here are a few tips to get you on the right track to plan for college as a high school junior. Make a Game Plan Before anything else, it’s important to set some time … [Read more...]
Surprise! Your financial aid award letter doesn’t make sense. Here’s how to measure your true cost of college.
Written by | February 6, 2019 |
Getting college acceptance letters is a huge relief. It’s no longer a guessing game. Once you've celebrated, expect another piece of the puzzle to arrive. Your financial aid award letter. Trouble is, they’re not as straightforward as an acceptance letter. Either you’re in or not. With award letters, colleges tend to use their own vocabulary, … [Read more...]
Dare 2B Digital Conference 2019
Written by | January 29, 2019 |
We’re excited to announce Beatrice Schultz, CFP® is hosting a paying for college workshop at the Dare 2B Digital Conference 2019, an opportunity for students in grades 7-10 (and their parents!) to spend a day interacting and learning with Silicon Valley technology professionals. Join us at Dare 2B Digital for a day of opportunity and … [Read more...]
