Preparing for the final lap before college
As students take the final lap before college the last two years of high school are critical to strengthen their applications and make the college decision.
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Early college planning for a growing family
Early college planning can help families meet savings goals and mitigate the debt burden in the future.
Facing rising costs, college students seek varied pathways to meet goals
A number of trends are emerging as college students seek a variety of ways to earn their degrees amid rising costs.
Changes on the horizon for FAFSA
Last year, the coronavirus relief bill signed into law in late 2020 makes several changes to the FAFSA filing process in the future.
Consider a Roth IRA for summer employment earnings
Students may want to consider using a Roth IRA to save some of their summer earnings.
529 plan checklist for 2020 year-end
Whether saving for college or making withdrawals, there are many 529 plan considerations that may need attention at year-end.
More colleges offer tuition deals for out-of-state students
Some families that once felt that they had no control over college costs, are finding that many colleges offer tuition deals.
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.
Research uncovers the value of a college degree
With rising costs and the planning time needed to prepare for college, some parents and students may wonder if a college degree is worth the investment.
Action plan helps families prepare for college
Having an action plan can help families and students prepare for college as they navigate the process throughout the high school years.