Planning considerations for college-bound high school students and their parents
While college may seem a distant goal for a high school freshman, there are many things students and parents need to do during high school to prepare.
Category: College Savings
Understanding the paths to securing college financial aid
College financial aid plays a critical role for many families paying tuition and some colleges and universities require two types of aid applications.
Next steps when the first college bill is due
Many parents sending children to college for the first time may need help with financial advice and maximizing their 529 plan when the college bill is due.
Families with 529 college plans garner more savings
While more families choose a general savings account to save for college, those using 529 college plans are saving more, according to Sallie Mae.
Three ways that tax reform strengthens ABLE accounts
Recent tax reform resulted in changes that allow families to save more in ABLE Accounts for the care of a child with disabilities.
College planning strategies: Engaging children in saving can advance college goals
Build momentum for college saving before your child enters high school, by engaging children in good savings habits and monitoring your saving strategy.
College planning strategies: It’s never too early to start saving
Considering the many responsibilities competing for family savings, it’s never too early to consider college planning strategies.
Planning for college: High school seniors close in on the finish line
For families planning for college, the senior year of high school has many deadlines and preparations for parents and students.
Planning for college: High school juniors sharpen focus on goals
When planning for college, the junior year of high school is busy as parents look deeper into financial aid and juniors sharpen their focus on goals.
Planning for college: Considerations for high school freshmen and sophomores
Planning for college for parents and students can begin as early as freshman and sophomore years in high school, and help families stay on track.