by Kelly Parrett | Oct 9, 2024 | College Admissions
The SAT and ACT were designed to screen college applicants. The higher a student scores on these tests, the greater their chance of getting into more competitive colleges. But, these tests have undergone scrutiny over the years, leaving many students wondering: Are...
by Kelly Parrett | Nov 14, 2023 | Paying for College, Student Research Foundation Research
Every scholarship counts when you’re looking to ease the burden of tuition—especially now when the cost of college is on the rise. So what are the best scholarships to pay for college? Let’s dig in. At private colleges, the average college tuition cost...
by Student Research Group | Feb 23, 2023 | Paying for College
If you are advising a student who needs help paying for college, remember that the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is something that you should file. The FAFSA is a form that the Government provides online to help colleges understand a family’s...
by studentrg | Jan 26, 2023 | Paying for College
In the eyes of many college admissions officials, the “perfect” applicant is a student who has a top GPA, near-perfect scores on the ACT or SAT tests, and whose family is ready and able to pay full tuition. Yes, applicants who meet those criteria will not have any...
by studentrg | Dec 15, 2022 | Paying for College
Are you a high school student, a parent, a teacher, or a college counselor? Remember, it is never too early to start researching sources of financial aid. First, speak to the financial aid officers at the colleges you are considering. Take notes and follow their...