Melanie Trindade
Melanie Trindade
Aug 20, 2026, 9:35:49 AM

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Don’t Let the FAFSA Be Your First College-Finance Conversation

Should I Send Schools My SAT Scores?

Your College Move-In Checklist: What to Do Before Classes Start

How to Build a Positive Digital Footprint Before Applying to College

Why Cosigning a Student Loan Can Benefit Students and Families

Non-Profit vs. For-Profit Student Loan Lenders: What’s the Difference?

Student Loan Debt Statistics + Smart Borrowing Tips for College

College Check-In: What Juniors Should Be Doing Right Now

Our Best Interview Tips to Help You Land the Job

The 5 Worst Ways to Pay for College

Denied Student Loan Refinancing? Here’s What to Do Next

If You’re a Junior or Senior, Read This Before March Is Over

To Refi or Not to Refi Your Student Loans

Email Etiquette 101

Becoming Your Own Boss in College

How to Protect Yourself: Your Identity Theft Questions, Answered

15 College Interview Questions & How to Answer Them Without Panicking

What Does It Mean to Be a First-Generation College Student?

CSS Profile 101: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Fill It Out

The Pros & Cons of Student Loan Refinancing

Can AI Help with Student Scholarships?

7 Tips for Parents of College-Bound High School Seniors

8 Everyday Ways to Cut Spending

How to Create a Scholarship Game Plan Before School Starts

9 Smart Ways to Pay Off Your Student Loans Faster

The Value of Volunteering

College Planning Tips for June

Who Should Write My College Letters of Recommendation?

Summer To Do List Before Heading to College

Scholarship Basics, Let's Break It Down

College Choices and the Perfect Fit

More to Consider When Considering Community College

Writing the Perfect ‘Thank You' for College Recommendation Letters

The Scholarship Search:  What I would have done differently.

Going out of state? 7 things to consider if it’s right for you:

Navigating College Decision Letters

How to Make the Most of Campus Visits During the Holiday Season

College Planning Isn’t Over After Hitting Submit: Here’s What Comes Next

College Planning Tips and Timeline for High School Juniors

Exploring the Benefits of Parent PLUS Loan Refinancing

From Bare to Bold: 10 Underrated Items to Elevate Your Dorm Room

Diploma to Dorm Room: Freshman Year Prep Guide

Questions to ask about student loans if you need to borrow.

College Entrance and Exit Counseling - What to expect

"Senioritis" and How to Beat It

Discover the Benefits of a Summer Internship

The Ultimate Guide to Writing a Scholarship Essay

College Planning Tips for October

You Should Attend a College Fair and Here's Why

College Planning Tips for August

College Planning Tips for July

Making the Most of College Campus Visits

4 Tips for Your Scholarship Search

Compare Financial Aid Offers with Caution

Have you had the "COLLEGE TALK" with Your Guidance Counselor Yet?

Responsible Borrowing is the Key

Is the PLUS Loan really a plus?

FAFSA Verification? Do I Need To Do That?

FAFSA and Financial Aid Myths

What do Student Loan Repayment and the Jeopardy Game Have in Common?

What to Consider When Considering a Parent Loan to Help Fund Education Expenses

6 Ways to Get Your Tuition Bill Paid

Why Volunteering Matters

Scholarship Searches - Do's & Don'ts

Work-Study: What It Is and Isn't

Common Application Tips & Reminders

How Tuition Payment Plans Can Reduce Borrowing Need

What You Need to Know Before You Borrow for College

Adjusting to a New Semester

Can Refinancing Your Student Loans Save You Money?

5 Reasons to Refinance Student Loans

How to Start Building Credit as a Student

5 Reasons Why Your Student is Saying "NO" to College Tours