The four most common types of aid offered from the federal government are: Pell Grant—A needs-based grant of up to $6,495 reserved for students of families with lower incomes that…
ScholarShare 529October 20, 2022
What is a 529? A Section 529 plan is an education savings plan sponsored by a state and operated by a state, educational or financial institution, designed to help families…
ScholarShare 529October 19, 2022
As a parent of a high school student, however, there’s no time like the present to have a candid conversation about college costs and the resources you have available to…
Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.October 4, 2022
This legislation conforms state law to the provisions of the federal Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act of 2019 that allow for the use of 529 college…
ScholarShare 529October 3, 2022
Despite best efforts to save and utilize cash flow, many of us face a shortfall when it comes to paying the tuition bill. Fortunately, the state of California offers a…
Bright Horizons College CoachAugust 1, 2022
It is normal for this part of the equation to feel a bit stressful and overwhelming. I have counseled hundreds of students and families over the years to address questions:…
Laura Reisert Kalinkewicz, Ph.D.July 1, 2022
Although college is one of the most important investments you can make, you need to be honest about what options work within your budget. Here are a few tips that…
Laura Reisert Kalinkewicz, Ph.D.July 1, 2022
With so many schools, it is important to understand options for financing your student’s degree. Government aid: Both federal and state governments give aid based on data provided on the…
Laura Reisert Kalinkewicz, Ph.D.July 1, 2022
As you are researching where they will apply, you will likely notice the cost differences across all degree-granting institutions. Tuition and fees, books, educational materials (e.g., laptop), technology fees, and…
Oscar Espinoza-Parra, Ph.D.June 29, 2022
The Community Cultural Wealth model (Yosso, 2005) recognizes the strengths of underserved populations and encourages them to identify experiences, skills, and knowledge as positive contributions. Therefore, your student can leverage…
Lisa Caldera, Ed.D.June 27, 2022
By way of background, when our now recent grad was born, his father and I were still repaying a significant amount of student loan debt that we had accumulated to…
Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.May 31, 2022
