College Financial Planning Seminar

The cost of higher education is staggering, but there are proven strategies for securing your child’s future. We help families like yours; guiding them through the admissions and financial aid process. When it comes to financial aid for college, most parents don't know where to begin. Often, families without proper direction or guidance pay more for college than they need to.

Financial aid was designed for those who need it, but is awarded to those who know the most about the system. The more you know, the easier the process is. Our FREE seminars provide parents and students valuable information about applying for college financial aid.

Topics include:

• The “behind the scenes” methods colleges use to select students and award funding
• Why some private schools cost less than state schools
• Why starting NOW is so important!
• How “high” income families can receive financial aid.
• Critical deadlines to know when filing for financial aid.
• Why filing for financial aid is so difficult.
• How to appeal to colleges for a better financial aid package.
• How to effectively explore majors, colleges, and career options
• Ways to recognize a good fit college: academically, socially and financially
• The ins and outs of the financial aid process: how it works and what parents need to know to get the most free money
• How to send your student to a private school for the same cost as a public school education
• Why it's imperative to plan ahead in order to get the most out of the financial aid system
• Which assets are taken into consideration when the government calculates your "Expected Family Contribution"
• How to pick colleges that will give you the most generous financial aid package