🎓The 7 Biggest FAFSA Mistakes Parents Make (and How to Avoid Them)
When my daughter and I opened the FAFSA for the first time, I figured it would be just like taxes: […]
Scholarship Strategy
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
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
You Helped Your Kid Fill Out a Brag Sheet — Now What?
6 practical ways to use it — and how it could open doors to scholarships, stronger letters, and college connections
Does Superscoring Really Help With Scholarships?
It’s the question we kept Googling: “Does superscoring even count for scholarships?” Everyone says take the ACT again, but no