This post was updated on February 12, 2021. It was originally published on May 19, 2020. Repercussions of the Pandemic: College Enrollment and Financial Aid In a Discover survey from…
With the costs of higher education constantly rising, it is more important than ever that parents start saving as early as possible. So, when is the right time to start?…
Your Child Needs to Understand the Financial Piece of College Finding the right college can take a lot of research and time. The more collaborative the decision-making process between you…
Before you finalize your college list, make sure you and your parents are in synch about paying for college. Here are a few tips to help you and your parents…
This post was updated on November 3, 2020. It was originally published on July 6, 2016. If your child is serious about going to college, then you need to look…
This is a guest post from John Hupalo, Founder of Invite Education and MyCollegeCorner.com. On October 1, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (“FAFSA”) was made available for high…
This is a guest post from Joel Peck, CPA, and Founder of GettingMoneyForCollege.com. The Myth of College Pricing We are consumers in a consumer-driven market. And knowing how to negotiate…
Don’t Scoff at University Social Events After graduating high school, I was more than ready to move into my college dorm room at the end of summer. Unlike many prospective…
It’s rare that we meet parents who know this important fact: the first offer a financial aid department makes your student isn’t necessarily their final offer; you can appeal for…
This post was originally published on August 3, 2015. It was updated on December 5, 2025. You may have spent years focusing on GPA and extracurriculars; you may have spent…