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

      Posted by Melanie Trindade, Nov 13, 2025
      Every year on November 8th, we celebrate First-Generation College Day - a day to recognize the students who are the first in ...

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

      Posted by Melanie Trindade, Oct 27, 2025
      Hey — what is the CSS Profile anyway? The College Scholarship Service (CSS) Profile, as financial aid 2.0, or in other ...

      7 Tips for Parents of College-Bound High School Seniors

      Posted by Melanie Trindade, Sep 03, 2025
      Senior year of high school is exciting, stressful, and, let’s be honest… a little chaotic. One day, your teen is full of ...

      How to Create a Scholarship Game Plan Before School Starts

      Posted by Melanie Trindade, Aug 08, 2025
      Let’s be real… when you think about August, your mind probably goes to the beach, back-to-school shopping, or maybe ...

      The Value of Volunteering

      Posted by Samantha Eskew, Jun 25, 2025
      Even though the weather is getting warmer, the fall college application process will approach quicker than you think. It ...

      College Planning Tips for June

      Posted by Melanie Trindade, Jun 13, 2025
      Don’t snooze on your future just because it's poolside season.
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