College Planning Archives

Early Action, Early Decision, and Regular Decision: What’s the Difference?

For Parents / College Planning Three application options, three different timelines. Here’s how to help your student choose a path that fits their goals and your family’s budget.…

Regan October 27, 2026

Money Monday

Money Monday • College Planning Don’t Get Spooked by College Deadlines: Your Fall Checklist From freshmen to seniors—and the families cheering them on—here’s how to move your college plans forward…

Regan October 26, 2026

Money Monday

How the PSAT Can Open Doors to Scholarships

The PSAT: The Little Test That Could Be Worth BIG Money Practice for what’s next. Discover what’s possible. Practice Scholarships Next steps By Sherri Ross, Imagine Scholarships Money Monday on…

Regan October 19, 2026

Money Monday

October College Checklist: FAFSA, PSAT, and Applications

MONEY MONDAY · FOR HIGH SCHOOL FAMILIES Hello, October! By Sherri · Imagine Scholarships · FAFSA Find the money. PSAT Find your opportunities. Applications Finish what you started. Pumpkins are…

Regan October 2, 2026

Parent Newsletters

FAFSA season: 6 mistakes families can avoid

A few details to check before, and after, you submit. Completing the FAFSA is an important step toward financial aid. Here are 6 common mistakes your family can avoid. A…

Regan September 30, 2026

College Prep FAFSA Federal Aid

Who Needs a StudentAid.gov Account to Complete the FAFSA?

Short answer: The student always needs their own StudentAid.gov account to complete the FAFSA online. Other people, such as a parent, stepparent or spouse, need an account only if the…

Regan September 22, 2026

Parent Newsletters

FAFSA Opens Soon: 5 Things Families Can Do Now

Get these key details organized before the 2027–28 FAFSA opens. FAFSA season is almost here. The 2027–28 FAFSA is expected to be available by October 1, but families don’t have…

Regan September 8, 2026

Money Monday

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…

Regan August 17, 2026

Lifestyle 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…

Regan August 14, 2026

Parent 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…

Regan August 14, 2026