Rock Ridge High School
2026-01-15 18:30 - 20:00 (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

TuitionCents 2026: FAFSA Walkthrough + Aid Maximization Tactics
2026-01-15 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom – VA, VA
Filing for financial aid can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.
This workshop breaks down the new FAFSA step-by-step and explains how your Student Aid Index (SAI) determines eligibility for grants, loans, and scholarships. Parents will learn what’s changed for 2026, how to avoid common errors, and strategies to maximize aid before submitting.
Perfect for families filing early or preparing to complete the FAFSA for the first time.

Ogden International High School
2026-01-21 17:15 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom – IL, IL, IL, United States

Bishop Ireton High School
2026-01-21 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – VA, VA

John Champe High School
2026-01-21 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – VA, VA

Villa Duchesne and Visitation Academy of St. Louis
2026-01-22 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom – MO, MO, United States

Courtland High School
2026-01-22 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Courtland High School, 6701 Smith Station Road, Spotsylvania, Courthouse, VA, 22553

Hilltop Senior High School - In-Person or Virtual
2026-01-26 17:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hilltop High School, 555 Claire Avenue, Chula Vista, CA, 91910, 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

In-Person Event via Eventbrite:

McLean School
2026-01-26 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom – MD, MD

Gilbert Public Schools
2026-01-27 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix) | Zoom – AZ, AZ

Georgia Connections Academy
2026-01-27 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – GA, GA

LaSalle Language Academy
2026-01-29 17:30 - 18:45 (America/Chicago) | Zoom – IL, IL, IL, United States

Manville High School
2026-01-29 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Manville High School, 1100 Brooks Boulevard, Manville, NJ, 08835, United States

Goochland High School
2026-02-02 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom – VA, VA

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

Academy of Charter Schools
2026-02-10 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Denver) | Academy of Charter Schools, 11800 Lowell Boulevard, Westminster, CO, 80031, United States

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

Tuckahoe Library
2026-02-12 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Tuckahoe Library, 1901 Starling Drive, Henrico, VA, 23229, United States

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

Hillcrest, Bryson, Rudolph Gordon, Mauldin and Fisher Middle Schools - PRIVATE
2026-02-17 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Hillcrest Middle School, 510 Garrison Road, Simpsonville, SC, 29681, United States

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.

INACAC Annual Conference 2026
2026-02-23 - 2026-02-25 | The Sheraton at Keystone Crossing, 8787 Keystone Xing, Indianapolis, IN, 46240, United States

Higley School District College Fair
2026-02-24 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Phoenix) | Higley High School, 4068 East Pecos Road, Gilbert, AZ, 85295

Clover Hill High School
2026-02-24 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Clover Hill High School

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

Williams Field High School
2026-02-25 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix) | Williams Field High School, The Media Center/Student Union, 2076 South Higley Road, Gilbert, AZ, 85295, United States
