Top Tier Admissions

MAY 13, 2024

This year’s high school seniors navigated an admissions season bookended by the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn affirmative action and a fiasco with the federal financial aid form (FAFSA) that has left half a million students and their families without vital information on college costs and financial aid awards.

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Admissions.Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA ), which so many college applicants, students, their families depend on in order to acquire much-needed aid for the cost of a college education, has completely failed this admissions cycle after undergoing a botched redesign and relaunch by the US Department of Education.

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BestColleges

MAY 16, 2024

Students are not required to complete the College Scholarship Service profile or Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to qualify for the scholarship. Drexel's senior vice president for enrollment management, said in a press release. Drexel University is offering graduates from accredited U.S.

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BestColleges

MARCH 7, 2024

million endowed scholarship to help juniors and seniors graduate. The “Finishing Well” Scholarship will go toward juniors and seniors at Morehouse who need help paying for college in their final years there. Jones says the scholarship was inspired by the financial challenges he experienced as a first-generation college student.

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Admissions Mom

MARCH 31, 2023

Financial Aid Woes: Sometimes your application decision might have worked out for you, but the amount of aid you’re receiving makes it an unavailable option. You can – and should – try to negotiate your aid before moving on from a college. These results do not define your worth. Smash some pillows, angry cry.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 24, 2024

citizens to lose out on state or institutional financial aid. The rollout of the 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been rocky, but perhaps more so for U.S. An FSA representative addressed the issue during a Thursday Q&A with financial aid administrators. Many students across the U.S.

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Discovery College Consulting

MARCH 5, 2024

If you are a high school senior or the parent of one, you likely are aware of the problems that have plagued the new FAFSA since it became available at the end of December. Rather than waiting on the FAFSA, some colleges are pursuing alternative ways to access applicants’ financial information. For example, St.

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Ruffaloni

MARCH 14, 2024

Co-written by Andrew Giachetti, Senior Market Research Consultant What do our prospective students value? How sensitive are our prospective students to changes in price and aid? This financial impact may impact their willingness and ability to persist. Price doesn’t exist in a vacuum.

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BestColleges

APRIL 5, 2024

Students can also use their financial aid to cover other expenses. The ACC Free Tuition pilot program is available to all high school seniors and students who recently completed GED programs in ACC's service area, which spans 7,000 miles. The university also does not accept federal financial aid, which may change later.

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Ruffaloni

DECEMBER 7, 2023

We partnered with ZeeMee to survey 10,000 high school seniors and publish this groundbreaking study (which we will continue to conduct in 2024). Read College Planning and Student Emotions. E-Expectations : How do students search for colleges online?

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BestColleges

MAY 9, 2024

Indiana partnered with organizations and received philanthropic support to help high school seniors. All 50 states are struggling with a downturn in the number of Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms submitted for the 2024-25 school year, thanks to a litany of issues that plagued the rollout of the new "Simplified FAFSA."

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

A proposed bill in Florida aims to cut off financial aid for students who promote Hamas. Florida college students who promote a foreign terrorist organization — including Hamas — may lose access to state and institutional financial aid under a bicameral Republican proposal. Republicans Sen. Blaise Ingoglia and Rep.

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 5, 2024

Make your senior year easier by preparing for college applications this summer! Start researching financial aid programs and scholarships. The summer before your senior year is the perfect time to make things easier and get a leg up on preparing for your college applications. Does the college offer financial aid?

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

It also ensures they can still qualify for state and institutional financial aid. citizens currently cannot submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online, but one workaround exists. Submitting a FAFSA form through the mail may provide a workaround for many students.

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BestColleges

MAY 7, 2024

The program will provide grants so organizations can offer extended resources to students and families still struggling to submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. of high school seniors have completed their FAFSA, compared to 48.2% The FAFSA typically drops on Oct. from last year, as of April 26. Just 35.6%

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Organizations are calling for an extension of crucial decision and financial aid deadlines. Class of 2024 high school seniors are falling behind in the race to submit Free Applications for Federal Student Aid (FAFSAs). Still, just 20% of seniors have submitted their FAFSA, as of Feb. 1 launch date.

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Admissions Mom

APRIL 26, 2024

Hello seniors and others who applied this year (Transfers, Gap years etc), The NACAC College Openings List is out for this spring. You can sort the list to see which colleges have freshman and transfer options and which still have financial aid. XOXO AdmissionsMom The post Seniors, There’s Still Time!

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 22, 2023

If you’re admitted Early Decision II (usually around February 15 of your senior year), you will withdraw your remaining applications. These schools argue that Early Decision is unfair to students who need financial aid, as under Early Decision I or II they will not be able to compare financial aid packages before they agree to attend.

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

While the price tag of a college degree can be daunting, it’s crucial to understand that the benefits of a college education extend far beyond the immediate financial investment. The potential benefits in terms of career opportunities, personal growth, and lifelong learning make college a valuable choice for many families.

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ACM College Consulting

MARCH 13, 2024

31 after senior year Image from Bright Futures Handbook The FAS scholarship is the highest level available to students and covers 100% of tuition and applicable fees at Florida public institutions. To apply for Bright Futures, students must first complete the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA).

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BestColleges

APRIL 25, 2024

Many financial aid offices have yet to send financial aid award letters to students due to the uneven rollout. The FAFSA is the application that determines eligibility for federal financial aid, such as grants and student loans, thus allowing millions of students to afford college each year. Approximately 1.1

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The College Solutions Blog

JANUARY 26, 2023

An effective way to reduce the cost of college is to know how to successfully appeal for more financial aid. It’s critical to understand that the first financial aid award that a college delivers often doesn’t have to be the only offer. Appealing for merit aid won’t always work. Death of a parent.

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Ruffaloni

OCTOBER 13, 2023

He began his career in higher education at Illinois State as the assistant dean of students and financial aid administrator, and in 1963, became the associate executive director of the Illinois State Scholarship Commission. Lee co-founded Noel-Levitz in 1984.

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Admissions Mom

APRIL 26, 2024

Hello seniors and others who applied this year (Transfers, Gap years etc), The NACAC College Openings List is out for this spring. You can sort the list to see which colleges have freshman and transfer options and which still have financial aid. There’s also an email link to admissions officers for you to contact.

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BestColleges

MARCH 26, 2024

Dartmouth is meeting all college financial needs for students from families making less than $125,000. The gift will go toward financial aid and scholarships. Dartmouth is expanding financial aid, ensuring families making under $125,000 a year pay nothing for their student's education starting next academic year.

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CTK College Coach

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Seniors, are you waiting for college admissions decisions? It’s been another wild ride for 2024 high school seniors, and we’re only halfway through the admissions cycle. Watch this space as events develop.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 7, 2024

Take a look at our tips for selecting high-impact extracurricular activities here and work with a Senior Private Counselor who can help you taking meaningful action to create a strategic profile. International students can apply for financial aid at their target colleges, but the competition for this funding is intense.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 3, 2024

Maria Laskaris , TTA Senior Private Counselor and former Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid at Dartmouth College It’s interesting to note that the test optional admissions policy did not achieve the desired aim of a more diverse applicant pool.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 9, 2024

Students can now access the FAFSA anytime to qualify for financial aid. The new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form officially launched Monday after a brief “soft launch” period. DeBaun said that in past years, approximately 50% of high school seniors completed their FAFSA between Oct.

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Humbach Education Consulting

APRIL 27, 2023

What is financial aid? Financial aid is monetary assistance provided to students and families to help cover the cost of attending college. Aid can come in a variety of forms that we’ll go over in more detail below! FAFSA FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

12 that it decided to increase the tuition and salaries after considering the expansion of the university's financial aid initiatives and electing to reward and retain talented employees, respectively. California State University (CSU) is employing a strategy similar to Brown's by increasing aid to coincide with increased tuition.

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Anna Ivey Consulting

JULY 3, 2023

How to Research Your Colleges’ Admissions & Financial Aid Policies This week you’re going to take your strategy one step further and tailor it to each of the colleges on your list based on what each particular college emphasizes as most important in their decision-making process. TAKE TIME TO EDUCATE YOURSELF ABOUT FINANCIAL AID.

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Admissions Mom

APRIL 19, 2024

Dear Seniors (and those who love them), We are finally entering the end of your admissions journey, but don’t forget that it’s the beginning of the rest of your fricking life! And don’t hesitate to try to renegotiate your financial aid. Need help with financial aid appeals? See below for helpful links.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 4, 2024

The new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) launched Dec. Many worry a continued inability to complete the form will delay financial aid offers. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form remains out of reach for many current and future college students, despite a promised Dec. 31 launch date.

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BestColleges

MARCH 25, 2024

High schoolers are confident in pre-college preparation but anxious about making the wrong decisions when it comes to financial aid and college affordability. The study sought to see if higher education opinions changed within this group and how current high school juniors and seniors perceived college.

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College Essay Guy

MAY 11, 2023

So, you’re probably thinking about financial aid, grants, work study, and any other way you can fund the next few years of your education (in which case, here's some great information for you ). Gates Scholarships are highly-selective (so not everyone can get one) financial rewards for high-achieving high school seniors.

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Berkeley² Academy

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

Financial Aid is Right at Your Fingertips UNC-Chapel Hill prides themselves on making college affordable! Aside from federal financial aid, UNC-Chapel Hill has “ The Carolina Covenant ,” a financial aid package that provides an opportunity for students who qualify to attend and graduate from UNC-Chapel Hill DEBT-FREE!

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