The 2025-26 FAFSA is being delayed again this year, and most students won’t be able to submit their application until sometime between October 1 and December 1, 2024. Find out how the FAFSA is being released and handled this year, how parents and students should plan and prepare, and how to make sure you’re ready when the application is finally available to your student.
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Questions to Ask Your Financial Advisor About College Planning
If your family has a financial advisor or you’re looking to hire one to help you with college, it’s crucial to make sure you ask the right questions and make sure you’re working with someone who has the right expertise in retirement, college, investing, and overall financial planning. Here’s what to ask and how to evaluate the answers.
Your Family Needs a Plan for College Scholarship Applications
If your child is a high school sophomore or junior who is planning to attend college, now is the time to start thinking about scholarships.
There are some that students can win while in college, but most are available only to graduating high school students — so it’s critical to prepare for the application process while your child is still a few years away from enrolling.
New SAI and FAFSA Changes: What Counselors Need to Know
Major new changes to federal financial aid rules are going into effect this fall, and if you’re a high school guidance counselor, you probably have a lot of questions about the changes and what they mean for the students and families you advise. Here’s what’s changing and what you need to know so you can provide accurate advice and links to helpful resources for your students.
Student Loan Debt Forgiveness: Quick Facts for Parents
If you or your children have borrowed federal student loans, and you currently have any balances, you are potentially eligible for the new student loan forgiveness program announced by President Biden. Here are some quick facts and details you should know about the program, whether you qualify, and how to apply.
