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College Sticker Price vs. Affordability
Before you cross a college off of your wish list due to “college sticker price shock”, understand that the real cost of college is the “net price” (list price minus the amount of financial aid) which...
View ArticleThe “Skinny” on Scholarships
Scholarships are financial awards to help students pay for college. Some scholarships come in the form of a one-time gift, while others provide money over the course of your undergraduate studies....
View ArticleBeware of Scholarship Scams
Be on the lookout for mail or on-line solicitations from organizations with official-sounding names that can help you attain valuable scholarships – for a fee. Many of these companies are not...
View ArticleMerit Scholarships: Finding the Most Generous Colleges
Paying for college on a budget has never been easy, but in today’s economic climate, families of all income levels are focused on scholarships. For students with parents who make too much money to...
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Sizing Up Student Aid Packages and Negotiating For More
Financial aid awards typically include a mix of ingredients such as federal grants, institutional / merit scholarships, work-study earnings, and loans of various types. Comparing student aid packages,...
View ArticleTips to Pay For College
InLikeMe publisher Lynn Radlauer Lubell shared advice and tips for getting admitted to college and paying for it in the April 6th edition of the Sun Sentinel in an article titled: How To Create A Plan...
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FAFSA Tip: Submit Estimated Application ASAP and Revise Later if Needed
Don’t miss important deadlines — some as early as mid February for certain state and school programs — by delaying your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application. The FAFSA is a...
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