The College Funding Coach

Manville High School
2026-01-29 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Manville High School, 1100 Brooks Boulevard, Manville, NJ, 08835, United States
Choose In-Person or Virtual/Zoom!
Virtual Event via Zoom:

For many families, the high cost of higher education is a daunting proposition. Parents lie awake at night trying to figure out how to afford sending their children to college and still have enough of their hard-earned money to retire one day. Some families have children attending college next year and others have 12 years to plan; but the fears of tackling these monumental and rising costs are the same. The College Funding Coach® is here to help families figure out HOW to pay for it! Through our educational workshop, Little-Known Secrets of Paying for College parents can expect to learn the following:

College funding strategies for parents with students who DO and DO NOT qualify for financial aid
Strategies for parents who are looking to fund their student’s college education without destroying their plans and dreams for retirement
The 13 most popular college funding financial vehicles explained and debunked
How to implement strategies that may allow students to attend out-of-state or private colleges for a lower cost than attending an in-state public
Ways to maximize and increase financial aid eligibility
…and so much more

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Goochland High School
2026-02-02 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – VA, VA
For many families, the high cost of higher education is a daunting proposition. Parents lie awake at night trying to figure out how to afford sending their children to college and still have enough of their hard-earned money to retire one day. Some families have children attending college next year and others have 12 years to plan; but the fears of tackling these monumental and rising costs are the same. The College Funding Coach® is here to help families figure out HOW to pay for it! Through our educational workshop, Little-Known Secrets of Paying for College parents can expect to learn the following:

College funding strategies for parents with students who DO and DO NOT qualify for financial aid
Strategies for parents who are looking to fund their student’s college education without destroying their plans and dreams for retirement
The 13 most popular college funding financial vehicles explained and debunked
How to implement strategies that may allow students to attend out-of-state or private colleges for a lower cost than attending an in-state public
Ways to maximize and increase financial aid eligibility
…and so much more

Sherwood High School
2026-02-05 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – MD, MD

Lakes Region Independent School College Counselor Association (LRISCCA) - Counselor Webinar – Preview of “Little Known Secrets of Paying for College”
2026-02-09 08:30 - 09:15 (America/New_York) | Zoom – NH, NH, United States
This event is intended for an audience of school counselors. If you are a parent, please visit our calendar and register for one of our many parent events!

Join us for an introduction to The College Funding Coach® and a preview of our free educational workshop, Little-Known Secrets of Paying for College! Featuring our panel of fellow counselors, learn how we have been a value add for their school districts and how we can be a resource for your district. The College Funding Coach is a national organization created to educate parents on strategies that minimize their out-of-pocket costs for their children’s future college education. Since 2002, our free educational workshop, Little-Known Secrets of Paying for College, has instructed parents on the often-confusing and anxiety-producing path of planning financially for their children’s college educations. After working with 1,311 schools and 232,345 parents over the last 24 years, we’ve found that the three biggest reasons counselors seek our help are:
1) They’re frustrated when families haven’t planned how they’ll afford college, and it’s the students who feel heartbroken. It’s tough being the one to console them and find new options.
2) They feel unappreciated when families hit unexpected financial barriers. Often, you’re left trying to smooth things over while getting unfair blame.
3) They’re overwhelmed by seminars that miss the mark—leaving families confused.
Our workshops are different; we help students and families understand their options and make confident choices, so you look like the hero supporting their dreams. The workshop focuses on the following areas:

College funding strategies for parents with students who DO and DO NOT qualify for financial aid
Strategies for parents who are looking to fund their student’s college education without destroying their plans and dreams for retirement
The 13 most popular college funding financial vehicles explained and debunked
How to implement strategies that may allow students to attend out-of-state or private colleges for a lower cost than attending an in-state public
Ways to maximize and increase financial aid eligibility
…and so much more

St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School
2026-02-11 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – VA, VA

Martha's Vineyard Families Sponsored by MVPCS and MVRHS
2026-02-11 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – MA, MA

Primavera Online School
2026-02-17 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Phoenix) | Zoom – AZ, AZ

Damascus High School
2026-02-18 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – MD, MD

NCAIS LKS Webinar
2026-02-18 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom – NC, NC
For many families, the high cost of higher education is a daunting proposition. Parents lie awake at night trying to figure out how to afford sending their children to college and still have enough of their hard earned money to be able to retire one day. Some families have children attending college next year and others have 12 years to plan; but the fears of tackling these monumental and rising costs are the same. The College Funding Coach® is here to help families figure out HOW to pay for it! Through our educational workshop, Little-Known Secrets of Paying for College you will learn:

How to avoid jeopardizing your retirement nest egg!
Effective ways to simultaneously save AND pay for college
Strategies to pay for multiple children attending college at the same time
How to recapture out of pocket college costs
And much, much more!

TuitionCents 2026: Financial Aid Award Letters--How to Appeal and Win More Aid
2026-02-19 19:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – VA, VA
When colleges send financial aid offers, not all awards are final.
In this session, parents will learn how to read, compare, and appeal financial aid award letters to improve outcomes. We’ll discuss effective appeal strategies, common mistakes to avoid, and real-world examples of successful negotiations that secured thousands in additional aid.
If you’ve received your student’s award letter—or will soon—this webinar is a must-attend.

Cheltenham High School
2026-02-24 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom – PA, PA

Archmere Academy
2026-02-25 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom – DE, DE

Township High School District 113
2026-03-03 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom – IL, IL, IL, United States

Georgetown Day School
2026-03-03 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – DC

St. Andrew's Episcopal School
2026-03-03 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Zoom – MS, MS, United States

GCS Family Academy - Lunch & Learn
2026-03-04 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – NC, NC

The Village School
2026-03-04 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom – TX, TX

Gilbert Christian Schools
2026-03-04 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix) | Zoom – AZ, AZ

Saint Mary's Hall - Spring Workshop
2026-03-04 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Zoom – TX, TX

The Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School
2026-03-10 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – MA, MA

Meridian High School
2026-03-11 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – VA, VA

Watchung Hills PTO
2026-03-11 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – NJ

Belmont Ridge Middle School
2026-03-12 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – VA, VA

Little-Known Secrets of Paying for College Webinar Hosted by Rock Bridge High School
2026-03-17 17:30 - 19:00 (America/North_Dakota/Center) | Zoom – MO, MO, United States

Lakeside High School - Encore Presentation
2026-03-18 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – GA, GA

Moorestown Friends School
2026-03-18 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – NJ

TuitionCents 2026: Maximize Merit Aid--How to Get Scholarships Based on Achievement
2026-03-19 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom – VA, VA
Merit scholarships aren’t just for perfect students.
This workshop helps families understand how colleges award merit aid and how students can position themselves for success. Learn how to identify schools that value your child’s strengths, where to find hidden scholarship opportunities, and how to combine academic, extracurricular, and personal achievements to unlock more funding.
You’ll leave with a clear plan to pursue merit aid strategically.

St. Thomas More Catholic High School
2026-03-26 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom – LA, LA, United States

Our Lady of Good Counsel
2026-03-30 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – MD, MD

Union Prep Academy at Indian Trail
2026-03-31 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom – NC, NC
