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My Pathway to College
Dec 7, 20182 min read
Maximizing Merit Aid
Although many middle-class and upper income families will not qualify for need based aid, they still may find the cost of attendance at...

My Pathway to College
Oct 12, 20182 min read
The CSS Profile
The bulk of college financial aid money comes from the federal government; this aid is distributed by colleges using information supplied...


My Pathway to College
Aug 31, 20181 min read
Filing the FAFSA
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the primary form used by colleges to determine eligibility for need-based aid. In...


My Pathway to College
Jun 6, 20183 min read
How Movies Can Help You Write Better Application Essays
Like most people, you probably have many stories that you can tell about your life. You’ve done things, gone places, had triumphs and...


My Pathway to College
Jun 6, 20182 min read
Financial Matters: Talk To Your Kids About Money
Before students leave for college, families need to have a conversation about reasonable spending expectations. Parents need to be aware...


My Pathway to College
May 1, 20182 min read
Financial Matters: Does Attending College Make Financial Sense?
Media stories about the rising cost of a college education and student debt, combined with the lingering economic effects of the...


My Pathway to College
Mar 15, 20182 min read
Wallowing on the Waitlist
Uh-oh. Your eagerly-awaited decision letter from Dream University finally arrives and you learn that you’ve been offered not the...


My Pathway to College
Mar 15, 20182 min read
Some of the Most Generous Colleges
Now that the heavy-lifting is done on college applications and the students have had a bit of a break from sharing their innermost...


My Pathway to College
Jan 12, 20182 min read
Financial Matters: Trends in Student Loans
You’ve probably seen the headlines suggesting that debt for college students is out of control and getting worse. But, is it really? New...


My Pathway to College
Oct 20, 20172 min read
It’s Time to Complete Financial Aid Forms
October 1st marks the first day that American families can apply for student financial aid for the 2018-19 academic year. Here’s what you...


My Pathway to College
Sep 28, 20172 min read
Financial Matters: Keeping College Application Costs In Check
Applying to college can be a costly proposition. According to U.S. News and World Reports, the average college application fee charged by...


My Pathway to College
Jul 28, 20172 min read
Applying Early Decision
Traditionally, college application deadlines were often in January. More recently, however, there has been a push for earlier...


My Pathway to College
Jul 1, 20172 min read
Writing Great College Essays
Start early. The more time you have, the less stress you’ll feel. Even if your college list isn’t 100% finalized yet, it’s not too early...


My Pathway to College
Jun 15, 20171 min read
Legal and Financial Issues Before College
FERPA release: with your child’s permission, you can speak with the college about her performance. Colleges often have their own FERPA...


My Pathway to College
May 9, 20173 min read
Paying Your College Bill
If you have enough on hand to pay the full amount, simply write out a check and mail it in by the specified date. This is the easiest and...


My Pathway to College
May 1, 20172 min read
Making the Most of Your Summer
Perhaps you’re not one of those super organized, type-A people who firmed up their summer plans in January. And, right about now you’re...


My Pathway to College
Apr 3, 20172 min read
Appealing For More Financial Aid
If you plan to pursue an appeal with the financial aid office, be prepared with the following: First rule – if possible, try NOT to make...


My Pathway to College
Mar 17, 20172 min read
How Parents Can Help Seniors Handle Rejection
Parents just want to help. The natural reaction when you see your child suffering is to try and make it better. Denials are inevitable in...


My Pathway to College
Feb 1, 20173 min read
SAT or ACT? Which is Right for You?
A year ago, the SAT was revamped, and now students wonder, should they take the new SAT or the ACT? Keep in mind that a 1600 on the new...


My Pathway to College
Jan 15, 20172 min read
Need Accommodations for the SAT or ACT?
Recently, both the College Board and the ACT announced big changes to their test accommodations policy. Unlike the past, when students...
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