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Deciphering Financial Aid Award Letters

You’ve received your college acceptance letters – congratulations! If you’ve been accepted to multiple schools, one of the biggest determining factors for your final choice may be the out of pocket cost for each option. Along with your acceptance letters, you should receive an award letter outlining the financial aid [...]

Deciphering Financial Aid Award Letters2023-03-20T09:12:16-05:00

Webinar: Understanding How to Pay for College

Thursday, April 20, 2023 Understanding financial aid and determining how to pay for college can be stressful. From receiving award letters to securing student loans, the information – and the total amount you need to cover – can seem overwhelming. If you’re not sure [...]

Webinar: Understanding How to Pay for College2023-03-14T10:40:43-05:00

Webinar: Student Loans: Connecting the Pieces

Determining how to pay for college can be stressful. Once you’ve exhausted your options for scholarships, grants, and federal student loans, you may need to consider private student loans to cover costs. If you’re not sure where to start, join us for our upcoming webinar, “Student Loans – Connecting the [...]

Webinar: Student Loans: Connecting the Pieces2023-02-16T17:16:32-06:00

The Latest Updates on Federal Student Loans

Federal student loan forgiveness - will they or won't they? And when might repayment actually begin? If you hold federal student loans, you were likely eagerly awaiting the news that came on August 24, 2022, when the Biden/Harris administration announced up to $20,000 in federal student loan debt relief. However, [...]

The Latest Updates on Federal Student Loans2023-02-17T04:23:12-06:00

Federal Student Loans – What You Need to Know Now

UPDATE:  On November 22, 2022, the Biden Administration extended the payment and interest pause on federal student loans to no later than June 30, 2023, pending the outcome of legal challenges to the Administration’s proposed federal student loan debt cancellation measures. In early November, courts issued orders blocking the federal [...]

Federal Student Loans – What You Need to Know Now2023-02-14T11:48:58-06:00

How Can I Use My Private Student Loans?

When you receive your award letter from your college of choice, you’ll see a couple of important numbers listed – the estimated cost of attendance (COA), and any financial aid for which you are eligible, such as scholarships, grants, and federal loans/work study. What is Cost of Attendance (COA)? The [...]

How Can I Use My Private Student Loans?2023-02-14T12:02:31-06:00

Webinar Recording: Filing the FAFSA: Top 5 FAQs

The 2023-2024 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opened on October 1st! The FAFSA is a gateway to FREE money for college, but many families put off filing because they find it intimidating. Don't worry - it isn't that scary, and we can help you get ready to file. Our college [...]

Webinar Recording: Filing the FAFSA: Top 5 FAQs2023-02-14T12:00:04-06:00

Comparing Private Student Loan Options

Should I choose a fixed or variable rate? Fixed Interest Rate A fixed rate loan is exactly as it sounds – the interest rate is fixed, or stays the same, for the entire life of your loan. Pros: You’ll know what your interest rate is and won’t have to worry about [...]

Comparing Private Student Loan Options2023-02-14T12:06:08-06:00

How to Pick a Good Student Loan Co-borrower

When delving into the world of private student loans, you may discover that many lenders mention a “co-borrower.” A co-borrower is someone who applies for the loan with you and is equally responsible for ensuring it is repaid. A private student loan will be held in your name as the [...]

How to Pick a Good Student Loan Co-borrower2023-02-14T12:07:42-06:00

What to Know About Applying for Student Loans

Applying for a private student loan may seem confusing and intimidating, especially if you don’t have much experience handling personal finances. But with a bit of research and planning, you can make the process quicker and easier. First, remember that you should utilize scholarships, grants, and federal student loans before turning [...]

What to Know About Applying for Student Loans2023-02-16T10:25:52-06:00
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