Understanding Financial Aid Award Letters

By Westface College Planning | April 8, 2025

Hi Friend, Congratulations to all seniors! It’s April, and college acceptance letters and financial aid packages are arriving. Now, it’s time for seniors to choose the college that best suits their academic, social, and…

7 Tips for Understanding Financial Aid Award Letters 

By Westface College Planning | April 1, 2025

Receiving a financial aid award letter is an exciting step in the college process, but it can also be confusing. These letters often have complex terminology, different types of aid, and varying formats that…

Key Steps to Take After FAFSA Submission

By Westface College Planning | January 8, 2025

Hi Friend, Happy New Year! Have you started working on your New Year’s goals yet? If you’re like many parents with children heading to college, managing your finances might be at the top of…

Beyond the FAFSA: Key Steps After Submission 

By Westface College Planning | January 1, 2025

You’ve completed the FAFSA – well done! However, don’t get too relaxed just yet. Receiving financial aid offers isn’t always a given, and ignoring follow-ups or deadlines might result in losing valuable assistance for…

Three-Year Degrees: An Accelerated Path

By Westface College Planning | December 8, 2024

Hi Friend, Joyful December greetings! The festive cheer and excitement of the holiday season have arrived, bringing with them year-end college preparation tasks for families and students to complete. For many students, completing the FAFSA…

Three-Year Degrees: Balancing the Pros and Cons of an Accelerated College Path 

By Westface College Planning | December 1, 2024

As a parent, preparing your child for college can be an exciting yet overwhelming experience. The traditional four-year college track has long been the standard for higher education, but in recent years, an alternative…

The Basics of 529 Plans

By Westface College Planning | November 8, 2024

Hi Friend, November is here with Thanksgiving just around the corner! College application season is under way for high school seniors and the 2025-26 FAFSA is set to be available by December 1, 2024. The FAFSA…

Understanding the Basics of 529 Plans 

By Westface College Planning | November 1, 2024

Navigating the complexities of saving for higher education can be daunting, especially given the increasing costs. Some families choose to make use of 529 plans for their financial planning needs. These plans are specifically…