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APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID

What if Your College Financial Aid Isn’t Enough?

If a financial aid package isn’t enough, prospective students and families can present new information to negotiate for additional funding.

Posted on May 1st, 2024 by Shannon Vasconcelos, College Finance Consultant
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Types of Institutions: Liberal Arts & Polytechnic; Loud Budgeting

Tune into Getting In: A College Coach Conversation to learn about the trending term “loud budgeting” and how it can apply to college students.

Posted on May 1st, 2024 by Ian Brook Fisher, College Admissions Consultant
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FINDING SCHOLARSHIPS

Identity-Based Scholarship Series: Scholarships for Asian American Students

In a continuation of our series on identity-based scholarships, we’re highlighting scholarship resources for Asian American students.

Posted on April 30th, 2024 by Robyn Stewart, College Finance Consultant
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

College Recommendation Letters; Focusing on Best Fit Colleges

Tune into Getting In: A College Coach Conversation to learn how to ask for letters of recommendation for college.

Posted on April 24th, 2024 by Sally Ganga, College Admissions Consultant
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Unhappy with Acceptances? Late Applicant Tips; Saving for College

Tune into Getting In: A College Coach Conversation to learn options for when you aren’t excited with your college acceptances.

Posted on April 17th, 2024 by Ian Brook Fisher, College Admissions Consultant
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Understanding Direct Admission: A Pathway to Success

Direct admission can provide a more predictable pathway to college than holistic admission, but what exactly is it? Let’s review the process and the pros and cons.

Posted on April 16th, 2024 by Landis Fryer, College Admissions Consultant
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How Much College Debt is Too Much?

With the average student loan debt around $29,000, it’s important to ask: how much debt is too much debt when it comes to education?

Posted on April 11th, 2024 by Michelle Smoley, College Finance Consultant
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Acceptance by Emi Nietfeld; Why You Should Fill out the FAFSA

Tune into Getting In: A College Coach Conversation for an insightful chat with author Emi Nietfeld about her book Acceptance.

Posted on April 10th, 2024 by Shannon Vasconcelos, College Finance Consultant
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Community Colleges with Campus Housing

Did you know nearly a quarter of community colleges offer housing? If you’re exploring community colleges but really want to live on-campus, this post is for you!

Posted on April 9th, 2024 by Jan Combs, College Finance Consultant
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

All about Community Colleges

Tune into Getting In: A College Coach Conversation to hear all about community colleges from admissions, educational, and financial points of view.

Posted on April 3rd, 2024 by Elizabeth Heaton, College Admissions Consultant

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