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Paying for college
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Five things you'll need for a successful scholarship search
March 02, 2021
To find something, you first need to know what it is you are searching for and such is the case with scholarship searches.
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Tips for encouraging your students to complete the FAFSA
March 02, 2021
The number of students applying for financial aid this year is down 9.4 percent.
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Understanding college costs and the difference between tuition negotiation and professional judgment
March 02, 2021
Controlling the cost of higher education is an issue on the minds of many students and parents.
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Applying for federal financial aid will be different, but hopefully easier, in the future
March 01, 2021
Students attending college in the 2023-24 academic year will see a shorter, simpler form when applying for federal financial aid.
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March tasks for high school seniors
March 01, 2021
As your senior year gets closer to winding down, make sure to complete the necessary admission applications, scholarship essays, and financial aid information.
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Important facts about the FSA ID
February 16, 2021
Students and parents should think of the FSA ID as the key that unlocks access to their federal financial aid.
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Recent webinar recordings available
February 04, 2021
Mapping Your Future recently hosted webinars for "Making it easy to collect needed documents from students" and "Strategies for helping your students make the most of scholarship applications."
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The tactic used by successful students to win more scholarships
February 04, 2021
Scholarships are sometimes called free money or gift aid.
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February tasks for high school seniors
February 02, 2021
It's just a few, busy months away from graduation now for high school seniors.
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Guide to Life after High School sessions given a fresh look
February 02, 2021
A fresh look can be energizing, especially in the middle of winter.
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Four things to consider before taking classes at another school
January 05, 2021
Most college programs are designed so you can take all the necessary classes to graduate within four years.
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January tasks for high school seniors
January 05, 2021
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The difference between sticker price and what you will pay for college
January 05, 2021
One look at a college's sticker price and many students and their parents wonder how they will ever be able to afford higher education.
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Where do I start applying for financial aid?
January 05, 2021
If you are a high school senior or the parent of a senior, the next few months are important for applying for financial aid, such as scholarships, grants, and loans.
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Mapping Your Future featured in the news
December 17, 2020
Students and parents experienced a lot of changes this year when it comes to planning for college and pursuing financial aid to help pay for that education.
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Strategies for making the most of scholarship applications webinar scheduled for students, parents
December 15, 2020
When it comes to getting money for college, scholarships can be critical - especially if you or your family have been impacted financially by the pandemic.
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Updates continue on StudentAidPandemic.org site
December 15, 2020
The pandemic has changed so many aspects of our lives, and it is challenging to keep up with the updates for current college students and student loan borrowers.