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FAFSA Submitted: What to Expect Next
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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,…
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Posted by Regan Blume November 20, 2025
What Parents of High School Seniors Should Know
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What Parents of High School Seniors Should Know

Your child’s senior year of high school is exciting, but let’s be honest, it can also feel overwhelming. Between campus visits, application deadlines, essays, and financial aid forms, it’s easy…
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Posted by Regan Blume September 11, 2025
Scholarship Search 101: A Parent’s Quick Start Guide
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Scholarship Search 101: A Parent’s Quick Start Guide

Your time is limited. Paying for college shouldn’t feel impossible. Search “college scholarships,” and you’ll see the problem: endless links, outdated pages, and vague promises. For busy parents, it’s hard…
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Posted by Regan Blume August 14, 2025
What is Dual Enrollment?
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What is Dual Enrollment?

Dual enrollment is an educational option that allows high school students to take college courses while still in high school. This program provides students with the opportunity to earn both…
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Posted by Regan Blume February 28, 2025
What to Do If You’re Not Eligible for the FAFSA
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What to Do If You’re Not Eligible for the FAFSA

For many students, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the gateway to essential financial assistance for college. But what happens if you find out you're not eligible?…
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Posted by Regan Blume February 14, 2025
8 Reasons to Consider a Small-Town College
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8 Reasons to Consider a Small-Town College

Besties, when I was applying to college, I thought bigger was better. I toured massive public universities like the University of Texas and the University of Alabama, and I was…
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Posted by Jane Cooper January 17, 2025
Red Kite Interviews a Student Financial Services Advisor
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Red Kite Interviews a Student Financial Services Advisor

Red Kite interviews Kim Bowen, a former Student Financial Services Advisor at St. Edward’s University. Navigating financial aid can be overwhelming, and the process doesn’t end once you’re enrolled in…
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Posted by Jane Cooper November 22, 2024
5 Best Questions to Ask During a College Visit
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5 Best Questions to Ask During a College Visit

College tours are an exciting milestone for high school seniors. This is the perfect opportunity for students to experience campus life firsthand by getting a feel for the atmosphere and…
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Posted by Jane Cooper November 1, 2024
The Scholarship Survival Guide: Tips to Keep You Sane
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The Scholarship Survival Guide: Tips to Keep You Sane

Anyone else not feeling very demure NOR very mindful this fall? The good news is that there’s a ton of great scholarship opportunities right now! And don’t worry - applying…
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Posted by Jane Cooper October 4, 2024
The Essay that Won Me $406,000
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The Essay that Won Me $406,000

Jane introduces us to her multi-scholarship-winning essay. Sitting pretty with a 2.7 GPA in your junior year of high school doesn’t exactly scream “scholarship.” The year before, my older sister…
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Posted by Jane Cooper May 3, 2024

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