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College Applications | Parent Involvement?

A couple weeks back, the fall air intoxicated me, and I whimsically advised juniors (and late-blooming seniors) of the top 10 things NOT to do when..

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MIT - Inspired Financial Aid Innovation

The Answer Is: $60/hour. What is the question?

What is the hourly rate of classroom instruction based on the $52k price tag of attendance at..

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Financial aid award letter got you down? Don't sulk - do something!

Today is the day... May 1 marks the beginning of a new chapter for those accepted to college. They've researched, visited, applied, received..

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EnCompass Education Planning Solutions | Move Over, EAPs!

In our YouTube debut, Education Financing Consultant, Nina Flood, and I discuss how EnCompass Education provides education planning solutions for..

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Colleges for Average Students? Look Beyond Average!

I always considered myself an "above average" student, (at least), and hoped my kids would be the same, (again, at least), but recent work alongside..

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Finding Financial Aid without Losing Your Mind

It is almost April and you are likely feeling this mixture of intense emotions. Your child has earned admission to college but wait, it costs WHAT?..
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The FAAS Buzz - A uniquely cathartic community for financial aid professionals

Nina Flood is a self-proclaimed "financial aid geek." I guess you'd assume that would hold true for someone who has lived a life dedicated to..

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