Regan Blume, Author at Red Kite Blog

How to Read Your Graduate School Bill (Without Panicking)

Your grad school bill shows up in your inbox and… your heart rate spikes a little. Line items, acronyms, and a big number at the bottom can all blur together.…

Regan Blume December 3, 2025

Graduate Students

Welcome to Grad School Funding with Red Kite

Welcome, graduate, prospective grad and professional students! This blog is your starting point for scholarships, payment plans, tools, and understanding what’s changing with the One Big Beautiful Bill. Whether you’re…

Regan Blume December 3, 2025

College Application FAFSA Federal Aid

FAFSA Submitted: What to Expect Next

The FAFSA is officially off your to-do list. Now let’s talk about what comes next. For many parents, this is when the real questions start. Once your FAFSA is processed,…

Regan Blume November 20, 2025

Lifestyle Tips

Your Fall Reset: Study, Wellness, Scholarships

We know this season can be equal parts cozy and chaotic. Staying balanced helps you show up at your best, whether it's in deadlines, in essays, scholarship applications and finals.…

Regan Blume November 17, 2025

Featured Scholarships

Red Kite’s November Scholarship Spotlight

As the weather cools and holiday plans start bubbling up, Red Kite is here to help you stay motivated and organized so you can turn small steps into big wins.…

Regan Blume November 6, 2025

Parent Newsletters

Need-Based vs Merit-Based Aid: A Complete Parent Guide

In our latest blog, we introduced the basics of need-based aid and merit-based aid, two major ways to bring down the cost of college. Now, let’s take a closer look at…

Regan Blume November 4, 2025

College Application Financial Aid

“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