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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
Jared Hobson

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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A professional woman and a man are engaged in a conversation at a desk, with legal documents and a certificate visible. A statue of Lady Justice is placed nearby on the table, and a sleek laptop is in the foreground.
College Application
Jared Hobson

Early Decision vs. Early Action: Which Is Right?

Any day now, students will begin to learn if they’ve gotten accepted early decision or early action to the college of their choice. It’s an exciting and nerve wracking time as students and parents wait to see what the colleges decide.

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student debt can be a heavy burden
College Fees
Jared Hobson

Avoid Excessive Student Debt Tips

Student debt in the US weighs down young people as they chase their personal & professional dreams. A college admissions consultant shares his tips for families to help them stay out of debt and find colleges that won’t break the bank…and will create future opportunity for students.

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