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Red Kite’s October Scholarship Spotlight
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Red Kite’s October Scholarship Spotlight

Scholarship Spotlight Find your next scholarship, start with what fits you! Whether you’re exploring a career, continuing your education, or looking for a shorter application, there are several ways to…
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Posted by Regan October 7, 2026
October College Checklist: FAFSA, PSAT, and Applications
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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…
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Posted by Regan October 2, 2026
FAFSA season: 6 mistakes families can avoid
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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…
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Posted by Regan September 30, 2026
Who Needs a StudentAid.gov Account to Complete the FAFSA?
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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…
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Posted by Regan September 22, 2026
Scholarships Aren’t Just for Freshmen
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Scholarships Aren’t Just for Freshmen

If you stopped searching for scholarships after your first year of college, you are not alone. Most scholarship advice focuses on high school seniors, which can make it seem like…
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Posted by Regan September 9, 2026
FAFSA Opens Soon: 5 Things Families Can Do Now
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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…
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Posted by Regan September 8, 2026
Your Back-to-School Financial Check-In: 5 Things to Do Now
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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 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 August 26, 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 August 3, 2026
How to Compare Student Loan Options and Avoid Common Borrowing Traps
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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 July 23, 2026

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