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A torn paper reveals the word Scholarship in bold black letters, with a yellow lightbulb drawing on the left, symbolizing ideas or opportunities. The background is a textured light brown paper.
College Fees

Need-Based vs. Merit-Based Scholarships

Merit-based financial aid is important for many families as they try to reduce the cost of a college education. But not all colleges make merit awards in the same way. This video provides an example.

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February 18, 2026
A student with a distressed expression, resting his head on a wooden table covered with notebooks and stationery, holding a sign that says 'Help!' in front of him. A cozy living room with light-colored walls and a blue couch is visible in the background.
College Application

How to Face College Rejection

Receiving a college rejection is one of the most emotionally challenging moments in the admissions journey—but it doesn’t define your future. Whether you’ve been turned

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February 18, 2026
You're college application is deferred. Now what?
College Admissions

What to Do If Deferred

Here are the steps to take if your college application has been deferred but you would still like to attend this college.

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February 18, 2026
A small graduation cap sits on a clipboard with a paper labeled Financial Aid. A pen and a stack of cash are visible nearby on a dark wooden surface.
College Fees

How to Compare Financial Aid Offers

The Financial Aid Shopping Sheet, intended to accompany colleges’ own financial aid letters, is designed to make it easier for students and families to compare financial aid offers from different colleges.

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February 18, 2026