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Colgate University-Preparing Graduates for “The Real World”
Looking for a college that helps prepare its students for the "Real World"? Take a look at Colgate University.
read more »Financial Aid Primer: #9. All Financial Aid Packages Are Not the Same
What your financial aid package will look like at each college to which you apply is completely unpredictable. And no two packages will look the same. Here's why.....
read more »Financial Aid Primer: #8. Who Are The Parents?
In the case of divorce, who is financially responsible for paying for a student's college education? The answer may surprise you.
read more »Where to Begin? Finding the College That is Best for You
Guest post from Angela Ballard.
read more »Financial Aid Primer: #7. Information Required For The FAFSA
What kind of information is needed to complete the FAFSA? Whose assets are evaluated? Read on for a quick overview.
read more »Be Nice! You Never Know Who Might Be Giving Input On Your Admissions Decision.
There are many people who make an admissions office tick. From the application evaluators to the student workers to the front desk coordinator there are many people you might interact with on the phone, via email, or during a campus visit. Being polite and friendly to everyone you meet during your admissions process can go a long way.
read more »Financial Aid Primer: #6. FAFSA and CSS Profile – The Basics
If you're looking for financial aid, then the FAFSA and CSS Profile are your starting point. Read on to get the basics about what these forms are all about.
read more »Seniors-Reminder To Finish Writing Those Thank You Notes
Seniors, have you written all of your thank you notes yet? This is your reminder!
read more »Kiplinger’s Best Values in Public Colleges
What public colleges are offering the best "value" in high education? Read about Kiplinger's recent rankings.
read more »Financial Aid Primer: #5. Different Kinds of Financial Aid Defined
Stafford Loans. Pell Grants. SEOG. Plus Loans. Work-Study. HELP! What do they all mean? If you're baffled by what are all of the different financial aid instruments, who gets them, and how they differ, then read on!
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