College Funding
To Appeal or Not To Appeal
Whether or not to appeal financial aid award offers is a question many students face this time of year. Maybe the award offer was not as much as you anticipated, or perhaps your circumstances have changed since you filed your application. There are several factors to take into consideration when deciding whether or not to…
The Right Student Loan…For You
Student loans have been making headlines lately, and for good reason. More than two-thirds of college undergraduates borrow money to pay for their education. The maze of options available to students can be confusing, but it’s essential to find out if you’re choosing the right loan for your individual circumstances. The wrong loan can mean…
Pros and Cons of Private Loans
According to the College Board, in 2010 students paid for college with more than $235 billion in grants, scholarships and work-study programs, $8 billion in private student loans, and $104 billion in William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan student loans. Those numbers are only expected to rise in coming years. Most families need help covering…
Cal Grants: Keys to Qualification
If you are looking into ways to finance your student’s college education, Cal Grants are a great option for those who qualify. They offer up to $12,192 per year for college expenses at any qualifying California college, university, career or technical school. Best of all, unlike student loans, Cal Grants don’t need to be repaid….
January 2012: Happy New Year! Last Minute FAFSA Tips & More
Greetings! Happy New Year! 2012 is here. If you have a senior in high school, that means there are just a few more months until the time spent researching, filling out applications and more comes to fruition. Can you really afford your dream school? An important step to finding out is filing your Free Application…
Top 10 FAFSA Mistakes to Avoid
Are you ready to file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)? Because the government and colleges give aid on a first come, first serve basis, it’s important to be submit as early as possible. Unfortunately a mistake on your FAFSA can delay processing for weeks, moving your application behind the countless others that…