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Start Spring Strong: A January Reset Guide for Parents

January offers something rare in the college planning journey: a pause. After the rush of fall applications, deadlines, and decisions, the start of a new semester creates a natural reset…
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January 13, 2026
Posted inCollege Life General Preparing for College

Happy New Year from Red Kite

Happy New Year! As we head into a new year, we want to say a sincere thank you for being part of the Red Kite community. Students, parents, and educators,…
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January 6, 2026
Posted inCollege Application Preparing for College

Financial Fit vs. Dream School: How to Find the Right Balance

It’s exciting when your student falls in love with their “dream school” and as a new year begins, that excitement can start to feel more real as decision deadlines and…
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December 15, 2025
Posted inCollege 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,…
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November 20, 2025
Posted inCollege 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…
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October 29, 2025
Posted inCollege 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…
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October 15, 2025
Shake Off Your Senioritis
Posted inFunny General

Shake Off Your Senioritis

Welcome to senioritis: the universal condition of students who are so close to the finish line that they’ve mentally checked out. (Spoiler alert: it gets worse after spring break.) But…
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Posted by Jane Cooper January 31, 2025
10 Ways Parents Can Help With Scholarships
Posted inScholarships

10 Ways Parents Can Help With Scholarships

Your child doesn’t have to navigate the scholarship process alone. Parents play a vital role in helping students secure financial aid that can significantly reduce college costs. Whether your child…
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Posted by Jane Cooper January 24, 2025
8 Reasons to Consider a Small-Town College
Posted inPreparing for College

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
Scholarships for Future Teachers
Posted inScholarships

Scholarships for Future Teachers

Here at Red Kite, we are honored to support our future educators' careers! Teaching is one of the most impactful careers that a college student can pursue. From kindergarten to…
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Posted by Jane Cooper January 10, 2025
What Happens if You Receive Too Much Financial Aid? (Over-awards)
Posted inFinancial Aid

What Happens if You Receive Too Much Financial Aid? (Over-awards)

Financial aid is essential for many college students. But what happens when you receive too much? While over-awards might sound like a great problem to have, it’s an issue that…
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Posted by Jane Cooper December 20, 2024
Financial Aid for Study Abroad Programs? Sign Me Up!
Posted inScholarships

Financial Aid for Study Abroad Programs? Sign Me Up!

I’m gonna be honest with y’all: I didn’t think I could afford to study abroad. By the time my senior year of college rolled around, I had given up all…
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Posted by Jane Cooper December 13, 2024
How to Avoid Scholarship Scams
Posted inScholarships

How to Avoid Scholarship Scams

Here at Red Kite, we’re glad to be joining you on your scholarship search! Securing financial aid is an important step toward funding your education. Of course, this process comes…
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Posted by Jane Cooper December 6, 2024
Red Kite Interviews a Student Financial Services Advisor
Posted inFinancial Aid Preparing for College

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
10 Ways to Save Money on College Textbooks
Posted inCollege Life Financial Aid

10 Ways to Save Money on College Textbooks

The rumors are true… college textbooks are outrageously expensive. On average, first-year college student spend over $1,200 on textbooks and course materials. A single textbook can cost hundreds of dollars.…
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Posted by Jane Cooper November 15, 2024
Don’t Give Up – How to Survive Scholarship Rejections
Posted inScholarships

Don’t Give Up – How to Survive Scholarship Rejections

So, you just got rejected from a scholarship… 🤘😔🤘Highkey the worst feeling in the world. But this is not the end, y’all! Far from it! I totally get it -…
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Posted by Jane Cooper November 8, 2024

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