The FAFSA Is Open!

By Westface College Planning | January 8, 2024

Hi Friend, Happy New Year! The delayed soft launch opening of the FAFSA makes for a crunched timeline, so it’s important to submit the FAFSA as soon as possible – even if you don’t think you’ll qualify for…

7 Tips for Navigating Financial Aid Award Letters  

By Westface College Planning | January 1, 2024
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Understanding and deciphering financial aid award letters is crucial for aspiring college students and their families when navigating the costs associated with higher education. Award letters outline the financial aid package offered by a…

Understanding Financial Aid

By Westface College Planning | December 8, 2023
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Hi Friend, Happy Holidays! We hope you get the opportunity to relax and recharge during the winter break.  The Department of Education has announced that the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will be…

Financial Aid Explained

By Westface College Planning | December 1, 2023

At Strategies For College, we strongly encourage parents to start planning their financial strategy for their student’s higher education before their senior year of high school. This process involves quite a bit of research and should…

5 Reasons to Apply for Financial Aid

By Westface College Planning | November 8, 2023

Hi Friend, Happy Thanksgiving! As the excitement of the holiday season begins, it may become more challenging for your student to focus on the college deadlines approaching. Setting a plan in motion is key…

5 Important Reasons to Apply for Financial Aid

By Westface College Planning | November 1, 2023

Every college-aspiring student should apply for financial aid – even those from families with higher incomes. Financial aid can provide valuable support to many students, and there are several reasons why all families should…

College Application Season & the CSS Profile

By Westface College Planning | October 8, 2023

Hi Friend, It’s October, and fall is in the air!   This year, there are some substantial changes coming to the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) stemming from the FAFSA Simplification Act. The projected availability…

Guest Podcast: How the CSS Profile Could Impact What You Pay for College with Beatrice Schultz

By Westface College Planning | October 1, 2023

Guest blog featuring: Lisa Marker Robbins, founder of Flourish Coaching with Beatrice Schultz, owner of Westface College Planning. In this episode, Lisa and Beatrice discuss: Key Takeaways:  “It is a time to have a real…