If you’ve had a change in income due to divorce, loss of business income, a natural disaster, or other special circumstances, you can potentially appeal a college’s financial aid decision or negotiate for more money. Hear how one parent did this successfully in my latest podcast episode. Listen now. Listen Now…
THCC Episode 134 – The ULTIMATE College Student Health Handbook
Join Brad and award-winning medical expert Jill Grimes as we talk about how to keep your student healthy and handle their medical needs while they’re in college. We talk about the right steps to ensure health and wellness, which potentially harmful activities to avoid, and how to get help with ADD, mental health, and more. Listen Now…
THCC Episode 133 – College Planning Strategies and Timelines
In this episode, I’m joined by Todd Weaver, President of Strategies for College, Inc., to talk about college planning timelines and strategies, including when parents and students should get started, how to deal with family financial changes due to COVID-19, and what to do if you have a high school senior and need to get planning quickly. Listen Now…
Big FAFSA Changes and the New Student Aid Index
Big changes are coming to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in 2023, and the changes could dramatically affect how much parents and families end up paying for college and how much financial aid their students receive. Learn about what’s changing, including the new Student Aid Index, in my in-depth blog for parents.
THCC Episode 132 Studying in Canada
In this episode, we have a great interview with Brandon Miller, a Canada Immigration Professional. He understands what it takes in order for a student to consider attending college in Canada. There are some interesting benefits about potentially becoming a Canadian citizen, of course, in addition to your U.S. citizenship. Listen Now…
THCC Episode 131 Gap Years and Gap Time
Should your child take a gap year before college? Many students use gap years to explore and develop new skills or experiences before they go off to college. Learn how they work, who should consider them, and how best to use them in my interview with gap time expert Holly Bull. Listen Now…