October 2025 - Red Kite Blog

“Need-Based” vs “Merit-Based” Aid, and How to Qualify for Both

The number one question we hear from parents during application season is, “How do we pay for college?” Between scholarships, grants, and financial aid offers, the language can get confusing…

Regan Blume October 29, 2025

Featured Scholarships

Red Kite’s Monthly Scholarship Spotlight

As the first month of school kicks off, we know it comes with a mix of excitement and adjustment. New classes, new routines, and new opportunities are all ahead, and…

Regan Blume October 27, 2025

Financial Advice

FAFSA Filing Guide + Next Steps

Filing the FAFSA is one of the most important steps in unlocking financial aid for college and Red Kite is here to make it easier. Whether you’re just getting started…

Regan Blume October 27, 2025

Parent Newsletters

Early Action vs. Regular Decision: A Parent’s Guide to College Deadlines

For seniors, October is crunch time. With Early Action deadlines just ahead, it’s natural for parents to wonder: Is Early Action, Regular Decision, or even both the right path for…

Regan Blume October 27, 2025

College Application

Early Action vs. Regular Decision: What Parents Should Know

As a parent, you know how quickly college application season sneaks up. With deadlines looming, one of the most common questions is whether your student should apply Early Action or…

Regan Blume October 15, 2025

Parent Newsletters

A Parent’s Guide to the FAFSA

FAFSA season is here! If you’re the parent of a high school senior, you’ve likely already heard this acronym more times than you can count and you might not be…

Regan Blume October 2, 2025