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Appealing For More Financial Aid

Understanding the financial aid package you’re offered is key to reducing the cost of college. But what if your offer isn’t enough? Petitioning for additional aid is an (often overlooked) possibility. Many colleges offer multiple financial aid options, and the first one they send is not always the only option. It’s important to remember that…

College Scorecard

Are you wondering if college is worth the time and expense? See for yourself in the recently published college scorecard put out by the U.S. Department of Education. They have compiled comprehensive information on colleges across the country including annual cost of college, graduation rates and median alum earnings. Read more from the US Dept…

Colleges reassess safety plans after omicron surge

Without federal or state mandates or guidance, colleges across the country are left to develop their own Covid protocols. In California, expectations are that the pandemic will soon be endemic and long term options are being discussed to cope with student and teacher illness. Many still don’t feel safe on campus but can’t follow lectures…