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| These are unnerving times and for families with high school seniors and juniors, there is a lot being impacted by closures due to the Coronavirus.
If you're not already a member of our Facebook page, please join to keep up to date on which colleges are extending Decision Day deadlines, how colleges are trying to replace campus tours, and impacts to other admissions related issues, such as AP exams and more. |
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Sharing College Admission Tips Can Be Contagious
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Now that you are well aware of how to stay out of the way of the Coronavirus, it’s time to focus a little more on college admissions.
We’ve rounded up some tips from parents in our Paying for College 101 Facebook group, and while sharing is not recommended these days, THIS type of sharing is. These admission tips might surprise you, but who doesn’t love a good surprise? Click here to read the article. |
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College... Is it Worth It?
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That’s something we know a lot of parents, who shudder at the cost of college these days, think about.
An updated study conducted by the New York Federal Reserve, compared the ROI (rate of return) on college in relation to its cost. According to the analysis, the average return on college has decreased slightly. However, a bachelor’s degree still offers about a 14% return on investment — which still qualifies it as a solid financial investment.
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What We're Reading on the Road...
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What’s Up Ahead On the Road...
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If you didn't quite get what you anticipated in financial aid, and you’re wondering how to successfully ask for more $$, you won’t want to miss our upcoming Facebook Live TONIGHT! Brenda Piazza of CollegeAssistance Plus will be discussing college offers and appeals, and how to craft a financial aid appeal.
Until next week...Stay Healthy, and Wash Your Hands!!
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| My goal is always to provide you with affordable services, insightful information and access to actionable data to help you make more informed college decisions.
Feel free to respond to this email with any questions you have. |
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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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