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What Happens After You Say Yes? Navigating Post-Decision Steps for College

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

As a financial aid advisor, Ive seen this moment come with a mix of joy, relief, and a dozen new questions. If the enrollment deposit is a financial burden, reach out to the admissions or financial aid office. Your Student Portal and Email This will become your new communications hub. Set Up (and Check!)

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Navigating the College Application Process: A Timeline for Success

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

enroll in the honors or Advanced Placement courses to strengthen your academic record. Don’t forget that the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) should open on October 1. Financial aid applications should be done as soon as possible once they open. If that’s not feasible for you, that’s okay too!

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Our Top Questions for Admissions Offices During College Campus Visits

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

It’s also a great chance to meet members of the school and subgroups around campus that might be a potential part of your student’s experience there. 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.

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Secret Shopper Policy Draws Praise, Concern

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The Department of Education’s announcement last week of a secret shopper program to investigate the recruitment, enrollment, and financial aid practices of schools has garnered mixed reactions. While advocates of access hailed the policy, the for-profit sector and financial aid offices raised worries.