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Your Back-to-School Financial Check-In: 5 Things to Do Now
Posted inCollege Budgeting College Life

Your Back-to-School Financial Check-In: 5 Things to Do Now

The school year is officially underway. As you settle into new classes, routines and schedules, you may also be getting a clearer picture of what this semester will actually cost.…
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Posted by Regan Blume August 31, 2026
Red Kite’s September Scholarship Spotlight: Back to School, Back to Scholarships
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Red Kite’s September Scholarship Spotlight: Back to School, Back to Scholarships

Welcome back to school! We hope you’re settling into your new schedule, reconnecting with friends and finding your rhythm. As you get back into the swing of classes, activities and…
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Posted by Regan Blume August 26, 2026
Money Monday: Start the Semester With a Budget That Actually Works
Posted inFinancial Advice

Money Monday: Start the Semester With a Budget That Actually Works

A new semester can bring a lot of expenses at once. Books, supplies, transportation, meals, fees and everyday spending can add up quickly, sometimes before you have settled into your…
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Posted by Regan Blume August 17, 2026
Your Back-to-School Game Plan, Made Simple
Posted inLifestyle Tips

Your Back-to-School Game Plan, Made Simple

Back-to-school season can bring excitement, anticipation, and a little stress. Whether classes have already started or your first day is still ahead, you do not need to tackle everything at…
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Posted by Regan Blume August 14, 2026
A Quick Parent Guide from August Through College Decision Day
Posted inParent Newsletters

A Quick Parent Guide from August Through College Decision Day

Senior year brings overlapping application, financial aid and scholarship deadlines. Use this guide to help your student focus on the right tasks at the right time without feeling like it…
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Posted by Regan Blume August 14, 2026
The Rising Senior’s Month-by-Month College Application Timeline
Posted inCollege Prep

The Rising Senior’s Month-by-Month College Application Timeline

Senior year comes with a lot of moving pieces: college applications, financial aid forms, scholarship deadlines, essays, recommendations and big decisions about cost. You do not have to tackle all…
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Posted by Regan Blume August 11, 2026
Before You Borrow: How to Compare College Loan Options
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Before You Borrow: How to Compare College Loan Options

By late summer, you may have reviewed your student’s financial aid, confirmed their available federal student loans, and received the college bill. If there is still an amount left to…
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Posted by Regan Blume August 3, 2026
Red Kite’s August Scholarship Spotlight: Apply Before Summer Ends
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Red Kite’s August Scholarship Spotlight: Apply Before Summer Ends

A new school year and new possibilities are just weeks away! While you enjoy the final weeks of summer, consider setting aside a little time to explore scholarships with August…
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Posted by Regan Blume August 3, 2026
How to Compare Student Loan Options and Avoid Common Borrowing Traps
Posted inCollege Prep Financial Aid Student Loans

How to Compare Student Loan Options and Avoid Common Borrowing Traps

After scholarships, grants, financial aid, and other available resources have been applied, you may still have education costs left to cover. Borrowing may be one way to manage that remaining…
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Posted by Regan Blume July 23, 2026
Before You Pay Your College Bill: What to Check
Posted inCollege Prep Financial Aid Preparing for College

Before You Pay Your College Bill: What to Check

The first college tuition bill can be a shock. The total may look different from the financial aid offer you reviewed, unfamiliar fees may appear, and some aid may be…
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Posted by Regan Blume July 14, 2026

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  • The Rising Senior’s Month-by-Month College Application Timeline
  • How to Compare Student Loan Options and Avoid Common Borrowing Traps
  • Before You Pay Your College Bill: What to Check
  • Parent PLUS Loan Changes Begin July 1: What Students and Families Should Do Now

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