CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

February is one of my favorite months of the year because it’s National Financial Aid Awareness Month. Throughout this month, all of us in the higher education community make an extra effort to provide even more information about how to use and access financial aid for college. for financial aid.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

OCTOBER 22, 2024

According to recent data from the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), roughly one-quarter of students at private day schools received some amount of financial aid over the course of the 2022-23 school year. Let’s look at how to best prepare for and complete financial aid applications.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Why You Should Respond to Financial Aid Verification Requests Quickly Throughout the college admissions and financial aid application season, one of the most worrying emails you can receive is a request for more information. Don’t get upset This is a normal part of the financial aid process.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Attend an info session: Many colleges offer information sessions that give more in-depth details about admissions, financial aid, and campus life. Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college. This will help you later when youre comparing schools.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 27, 2025

More about Jodi and College Financial Aid Advisors Jodi is a FAFSA financial advisor who helps with the financial aid process to help families of college students maximize their financial aid. Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Whether your family is paying for part of your college degree, or you’re covering it all yourself, there’s a good chance you’ll need to rely on financial aid. Start with FAFSA If you are not yet familiar with the term FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), now’s the perfect time to learn about it all!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Maximize Your Financial Aid By Understanding the New Student Aid Index One of the biggest updates to the FAFSA is the introduction of the Student Aid Index (SAI). The Student Aid Index is replacing the Expected Family Contribution, which was the amount a family would have to pay out-of-pocket for college expenses.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 15, 2024

Financial aid packages are arriving with acceptance letters – and these students get to start figuring out what their next four years are going to look like. Check out these tips to figure out which financial aid package is the real winner! This time of year is so exciting for high school seniors!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

APRIL 29, 2024

College choices are popping up like flowers this spring, and let’s face it, it can be a bit overwhelming… especially when it comes to picking the right financial aid options. What financial aid path is best for families? But don’t stress! What can parents afford?

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Blogs Adult learners: who they are and what they want from college Across the last few years, colleges and universities have increasingly prioritized adult learner enrollment to offset declining undergraduate enrollment and diversify revenue streams.

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Civitas Learning

DECEMBER 12, 2024

SUNY Broome Community College (SUNY Broome) identified 184 students with academic warnings and financial aid concerns and launched a targeted outreach campaign. Student-centered course scheduling also resulted in a 6.3 This approach helps teams to address root causes and optimize time and resources. percentage points.

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IEFA

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Scheduling and Preparing for the Interview After completing Form DS-160, the next step is to schedule your visa interview at a U.S. Student Visa Process for International Students: Tips and Requirements appeared first on International Education and Financial Aid Blog. Embassy or Consulate in your home country.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Be Prepared for a Fast Financial Aid Application Cycle It’s a well known fact that the “early bird gets the worm” and as I’ve talked about often on the blog, the earlier you submit your financial aid paperwork, the better chance you have of more funding for college. What Does It Mean for the FAFSA This Year?

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Student Loan Hero

DECEMBER 22, 2022

If you apply early, not only will you meet all the various FAFSA deadlines, but you might also get more financial aid for college. 3 dates to know Since some financial aid is doled out on a first-come, first-served basis, it’s a good idea to submit the FAFSA as soon as you can. Here are the details you should know about….

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 20, 2024

Your student’s ability to regularly monitor their college portal is essential to their application process, especially when it comes to staying updated and informed about financial aid tasks and deadlines. One area where its significance truly shines is in managing financial aid. Schedule your FREE 15 minute call.

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Student Loan Hero

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Whether you’re a high school senior or already in college, you need to submit the FAFSA every year to receive federal financial aid. Some financial aid is first come, first served, and applying early can give you the best chance at receiving financial aid. June 30, 2023. June 30, 2024. When does FAFSA open?

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

AUGUST 26, 2024

From admission applications to financial aid forms, staying organized and aware of key dates is crucial when you’re applying for college. Admission Application Deadlines I’ve mentioned these application deadlines in previous blogs this month, but they’re worth repeating! Read more tips about completing the CSS Profile here!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 3, 2024

Embracing New Beginnings: Seek Guidance : Transitioning from high school to college can be daunting, especially when it comes to navigating the complexities of financial aid and budgets! Don’t hesitate to seek guidance from school counselors, financial aid advisors, and other trusted sources who can provide insight and support.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MAY 27, 2024

Understand Financial Aid Options : Familiarize yourself and your student with the financial aid options available at the college. Explore scholarships, grants, and student loans, and don’t hesitate to reach out to the financial aid office for guidance.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 1, 2024

Many families often forgo saving money from the start in the hopes that financial aid will provide them great options. I see families complete the FAFSA with great expectations but they’re often disappointed when they don’t qualify for as much aid as they’d hoped. See them on the blog today!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

AUGUST 5, 2024

Read one of my blogs here! Applications will begin opening for financial aid and the colleges, so take the time to review them all with your family. Remember, financial aid is often first come, first serve so you need to complete your applications early and accurately. This usually looks like the SAT or ACT.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

MARCH 25, 2024

On the blog, I’ve shared tips about what to ask the financial aid office during campus visits but today, I want to discuss questions that you should ask an admissions office. Make sure you completely understand the differences between admissions and financial aid deadlines. What are your application deadlines?

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EAB

AUGUST 21, 2023

Blogs How to empower student-parents in higher education A conversation with Generation Hope My mom had me at 17, and like many teen parents, had to put her education on hold to care for our family. Generation Hope strives to make college graduation a more common achievement for young parents.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 9, 2024

A Soft Launch of This Year’s Financial Aid Application is Causing Frustration For months, parents, students, and financial aid experts alike have been waiting for the 2024-2025 FAFSA to go live. Let’s talk about what’s going on and how this impacts financial aid applications for students nationwide.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Divorced or Separated Parents Must File a Non-Custodial CSS Profile for Financial Aid This fall, if you’re the parent of a rising senior or college age student, you may find yourself filing forms like the FAFSA and completing a CSS Profile. These questions only relate to your student’s eligibility for financial aid.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Blogs Looking to the future of advising: 6 takeaways from the 2023 NACADA conference The academic advising profession faces shrinking budgets, expanding student and administration expectations, and increasing turnover—all of which make it harder for institutions to think strategically about advising structure and staffing to support student success.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

DECEMBER 3, 2023

What We Know About the New FAFSA and Financial Aid Offers As a result of the FAFSA Simplification Act in 2020, the FAFSA has been updated to help millions of students and families maximize their financial aid for college. Families must consent to be able to receive financial aid.

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Counselors' Corner

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

This is a little longer than my usual blog, and some of these admissions officers have moved on, but I think this counsel is well worth the space today. Five years later, I’m hard pressed to find words that offer better advice to this year’s seniors. Please feel free to share with any and all.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 21, 2024

5: Plan for College Expenses For high school students entering college soon, summer is a crucial time to prepare financially. Finalize your research on financial aid options, like loan types and scholarship offers. Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college.

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EAB

JANUARY 26, 2023

Blogs 6 trends impacting community college enrollment in 2023 For the past two years, it’s been difficult to focus on anything beyond the immediate consequences of the pandemic. read the blog: Pell eligibility for incarcerated students 5. 6 trends to watch in 2023 1. whitepaper: Admissions sTAFFING IN A VOLATILE LABOR MARKET 6.

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EAB

DECEMBER 13, 2022

EAB Enrollment Blog. Learn the basics of organizing your visit schedule. While this blog is geared toward tips to prevent summer melt, it includes advice on texting prospects that can help you better reach families year-round. Financial aid. Resources for specific job responsibilities. College fairs.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JUNE 3, 2024

Websites like Upwork, Fiverr, and Tutor.com provide opportunities to earn extra income on your own schedule. Schedules can often be crafted around their classwork, so it’s a great option if your student can handle it! #8: 10: Negotiate Financial Aid: Don’t hesitate to negotiate with colleges regarding financial aid packages.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Be sure you know how much of each financial aid offer comes. Make one last effort at increasing financial aid Remember, the colleges are looking at financial aid information from the last year. If your family faced financial problems last year, put together a compelling case for more help.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 5, 2024

Now, it’s time to start thinking about college admissions and financial aid. The sooner you complete the FAFSA, the more financial aid you’ll be eligible for. Schedule a 15 Minute Power Chat to learn more about finding ways to pay for college. re your application. You want to put that high on your priority list!

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 3, 2024

Many families often decide to skip the entire process together, even though it’s necessary to file in order to receive financial aid. However, with the release of the 2024-2025 FAFSA, families, students, and financial aid offices alike are hopeful that the once complicated application will be easier to complete and process.

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The University Innovation Alliance

JANUARY 26, 2023

danielle Fri, 01/27/2023 - 11:35 Image Blog Post Higher Ed Leadership University Innovation Lab 3minutes Are you feeling siloed, stuck, or overwhelmed in your efforts to better serve first-generation, low income, and students of color? You can join our waitlist here or schedule a 15-minute one-on-one with us to learn more.

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JANUARY 7, 2024

Learn about financial aid, and roughly calculate how much you will have to pay out of pocket or borrow through student loans. More about Jodi and College Financial Aid Advisors Jodi is a FAFSA financial advisor who helps with the financial aid process to help families of college students maximize their financial aid.

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