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Hi Friend, April marks the moment for high school seniors to decide which college to attend, having received their eagerly awaited acceptance letters and financial aid packages. For parents, it’s an ideal time to review their college funding strategies to ensure they’re on track. Financial aid is one way to increase funding for college, but…

Hi Friend, Happy New Year! As January rolls in, all high school seniors should have already submitted the financial aid forms, including the FAFSA and CSS Profile. If you haven’t already done so, do it now. After submitting the FAFSA, it’s important to think about the next steps and how to keep track of any…

Hi Friend, October is here and the college application season has begun. The process for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) was simplified last year, so new and returning students should find the application simple to complete. Both the FAFSA and the CSS Profile become available every year on October 1st. Parents of high school seniors and…

Hi Friend, Summer is here, and we wish everyone a fantastic Fourth of July weekend! This season offers chances for relaxation and adventures with loved ones. School breaks are vital for students, providing a much-needed pause. It’s also a good time to think about college financial planning. Many students and families depend on federal student…

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 financial needs.  Receiving a college acceptance and financial aid award letter is an exciting but often confusing part of the college…

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 your list. Getting ready for college requires significant planning and organization to develop a funding strategy. Submitting the FAFSA form is…

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 is a critical task on their checklist. The 2025-26 FAFSA is now officially available to all students and families at fafsa.gov.  After completing the…

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 is currently in beta testing to improve from last year’s experience, so preparing now to fill it out will help when…

Hi Friend, As we welcome October, the arrival of autumn brings about the commencement of the college application season. This year, there are notable changes to the 2025-26 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) process, including delays.  Student loan forgiveness will also be delayed, as relief plans are currently on hold. The delays and confusion surrounding…

Hi Friend, September is here! The start of the new school year is a busy time for high school students who are now managing their academic schedule and extracurricular activities. As families get back into their routines, it’s essential for aspiring college students to begin preparing for the upcoming FAFSA and CSS Profile applications. This year, the CSS Profile…