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Peter Van Buskirk: October 01, 2025
Gaining admission to the college(s) of your choice might weigh heavily on your mind at the moment. The odds are that the prospect of affording...
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Abby deSilva: September 23, 2025
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), managed by the Department of Education, is the gateway to federal and state financial aid for...
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Peter Van Buskirk: September 19, 2025
College application season is upon us! Many high school seniors still have questions about where and how to apply as deadlines loom. Despite...
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Julie Kampschroeder: September 18, 2025
You've narrowed down your list of colleges, sent in your applications, and filled out your FAFSA and/or CSS Profile form online. After you receive...
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Julie Kampschroeder: September 17, 2025
“Help! My daughter is a junior, and I have no idea what to do. Should she take the SAT? The ACT? How should she prepare? Do we use a tutor? An online...
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Julie Kampschroeder: August 28, 2025
The CSS Profile is a standardized financial form that is used by approximately 270 colleges and universities across the United States. Overa 100...
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Erin Barnes: August 26, 2025
Financial aid for college is available through several different sources. Understanding the types of financial aid sources is paramount in minimizing...
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Sara Laszlo: July 23, 2025
If you’re getting ready to take the ACT, SAT, and/or PSAT, you may be wondering how to prepare. Where do you start? What’s the best way to practice?...
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Sara Laszlo: June 13, 2025
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Peter Van Buskirk: April 29, 2025
When it comes time to think about college, it’s important to slow down and consider why you'd like to attend college and engage in conscious...
