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Jennifer Willcox

College Finance Consultant
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Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis

Bachelor's in Communication Studies

I have many years of financial aid experience, from a federal work-study student to associate director of financial aid, with many stops along the way. I started as a federal work-study student in the financial aid office at Indiana University Purdue University-Indianapolis and became a financial aid counselor upon graduation.  I then accepted a position as a financial aid counselor at St. Louis University. From there I joined the student-lending world, where I spent a decade working for Bank One and JP Morgan Chase marketing federal and private student loans to colleges in the Southeast. Before joining College Coach, I was the associate director of financial aid at Albany Medical College.

Featured Blogs from Jennifer

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APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID

What is FAFSA Simplification?

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COLLEGE LOAN ADVICE

Will Paying Off my Student Loans Affect My Credit Score?

Top 10 529 Plan Myths
HOW TO PAY FOR COLLEGE

Top 10 529 Plan Myths

All Blogs from Jennifer

couple looking at their finances
APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID

What is FAFSA Simplification?

The FAFSA has just gone through its biggest overhaul in nearly 30 years. Read on to learn about the top 10 changes that will impact families.

Posted on September 29th, 2023
man opening student loan payment gift
COLLEGE LOAN ADVICE

Will Paying Off my Student Loans Affect My Credit Score?

Curious how paying off student loans may impact your credit score? Our finance expert has insight to offer.

Posted on December 1st, 2022
Top 10 529 Plan Myths
HOW TO PAY FOR COLLEGE

Top 10 529 Plan Myths

Our college finance expert busts some myths around 529 savings plans, which are one of the easiest ways you can begin saving for your student’s education.

Posted on April 19th, 2022
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HOW TO PAY FOR COLLEGE

The Benefits of Being a Resident Assistant

Being a college Resident Assistant can save you money on room and board, but the responsibility and time commitment entailed may not be for everyone.

Posted on January 11th, 2022

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