How to Compare College Aid Offers Side-by-Side (Without Getting Tricked)
That big scholarship offer might not be as generous as it looks. Here’s how to compare apples to apples and […]
Can Your Kid Get a Full Ride at Mississippi State?
You’ve probably heard it before: “Just go to Mississippi State—it’s affordable.” But what if you’re aiming higher than affordable? What
Does a 4.0 GPA Guarantee a Full-Ride Scholarship?
“If your kid has straight A’s, college should be free… right?” That’s what we all thought—until we actually ran the
What Colleges Really Mean by “Holistic Admissions”
🎓 What Colleges Really Mean When They Say “Holistic Admissions” Let’s talk about a word you’ll hear a lot this
Why Middle-Class Families Get Left Out of College Aid—And What You Can Actually Do About It
“We did everything right. Why didn’t we get help?” If your kid has a 4.0 GPA, solid ACT score, leadership
College Applications Open August 1—What’s Actually Important?
> College application season officially starts August 1. But if you’re like us, you might be staring at that date
What Counts as a Leadership Role for Scholarships?
You’re filling out a scholarship form with your kid and it asks: “List leadership roles.” Your kid shrugs. “I haven’t
How to Create an FSA ID (Without Screwing It Up)
How to Create an FSA ID (Without Screwing It Up) If you’ve never heard of an “FSA ID” and have
Is the University of Alabama a Hidden Gem for Out-of-State Students?
We visited the University of Alabama recently, and I’ll be honest—I didn’t expect to love it as much as I
The One Thing That Made the College Process Feel Less Overwhelming
I didn’t start this process early. I wish I had—but if I’m being honest, we didn’t really get serious about