Tagged: "Financial aid"
Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-09-04
@lankycrayola you'll get the hang of this in no time. Perfect for networked, ADD afflicted, creative, gregarious goofballs! in reply to lankycrayola # @__Diddle how can I help you with your college application? in reply to __Diddle #
Which College Is Best? What Are the Objective Indicators?
How do we know what college is best? What are the objective indicators of educational quality. Zac Bissonnette reminds us that there is no objectivity in this business.
Debt Free U–Investing in College and Choosing a Major
Zac Bissonnette continues his guest post on our blog by talking about the dangers of thinking of college of an "investment," and on the perceived perils of choosing the right major.
An Irreverent Take On College Admissions–Zac Bissonnette and Debt Free U
Not enough college counselors talk frankly about financial aid. We do. And Zac Bissonnette is helping us do it.
State Universities Raise Prices, Making Private College A Bargain
Is it really possible that a private college could cost less than a public university. Yes! And as public universities raise tuition, the price difference is shrinking.
Twitter Chat on College Admissions for HS Seniors on August 24
Mark Montgomery offers a live Twitter Chat on college planning for high school seniors on August 24 at 9 pm Eastern/6 pm Pacific time. Join us! It's easy, fun, and informative!
Graduate Debt-Free
Does paying for a costly, prestigious college guarantee success? Not necessarily.
A Caution About Student Loans
Is taking out a student loan a good investment? Some think it is a good idea to stay away from student loans in order to finance a college education.
Our Son Needed Scholarship Money, and He Got It
Long story short, Sam applied to nine schools suggested by Mark, was admitted to all, and also offered a scholarship at every institution. Our only regret is that we did not engage Mark's services earlier. Our son's senior year could have been a lot more fun for us as parents, and for our son.
Gaming the Financial Aid System
Do you think you won't "qualify" for financial aid? Worried you won't be able to pay for college? Perhaps you need to consider learning how to game the financial aid system--or let an expert guide you.
Our Team
-
Mark Montgomery
A former college professor and administrator, Mark Montgomery, PhD, is a college insider who can demystify universities and deliver solid advice to students and their families.
-
Katherine Price
Katherine Price has over 10 years of experience in admissions and student affairs at selective colleges and universities that enable her to counsel students for success.
-
Heather Creech
Heather Creech is an award-winning teacher who with over 15 years of experience in helping students with special needs transition from high school to higher education.
-
Juliet Giglio
Juliet Giglio, M.F.A, heads our Los Angeles office. In addition to general college advising, Juliet specializes in working with aspiring performing artists. She is also our expert on the University of California system.