| | Peek-a-Boo, I See You...But Not Your Test Scores
With so many schools going test-optional, how do they evaluate a student’s readiness for college? What qualities does a school look for, and are they now relying more heavily on counselors' opinions? We, of course, did some research. And here's what we learned about teacher and counselor recommendations and evaluations, and how the character of your student factors in.
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| | You Gotta Werk It
The process of finding scholarships can be time-consuming—and bewildering. Understanding where to begin, thinking outside the search box, and sticking with it are all keys to success.
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| | | What's Up Ahead on The Road...
SO much is going on around here!
Your College List Under a Financial Microscope: What's Revealed? Get ready for our Free Webinar: Sunday Sept. 20, 8:30pm ET
Since the start of the pandemic colleges have been under tremendous financial stress. Some have already cut sports, majors, staff, and more. It's predicted that 20% of schools will close in the next year or two.
Find out how to see the warning signs from author Jeff Selingo, Susan Fitzgerald of Moody's Investor Service, and NYU professor, Scott Galloway.
As a bonus, 50 attendees will be randomly selected to receive a free copy of Jeff Selingo's new book Who Gets In and Why.
Sponsored by GradGuard. |
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Back-to-School Coffee Clatch!
Tuesday, September 22, 12pm ET
Back by popular demand! We are starting our informative, interactive, and fun conversations regarding college for families with juniors and sophomores in high school
We will answer your questions, provide updates on the current college situation, and share our thoughts on how you can be efficient with the time, effort and money you allocate toward the process!
Click here to register for this special event.
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EFC Deep Dive!Thursday, September 24, 8:30pm ET
Are you perplexed by the EFC and how it's calculated?
Paying For College 101 Facebook group member George Schneiderman is a parent with a keen interest in understanding the EFC formula. Each year, he has been generously sharing his spreadsheet in our group, explaining how a family's EFC is calculated. We are lucky enough to now have George share what he's learned with everyone else.
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| | Debbie Schwartz Founder, Road2College I'm a parent, like many of you, navigating college admissions and paying for college. With an expertise in personal finance, analysis, and marketing, I'm working to give families the information and tools to make smarter financial college decisions. |
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