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…
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…
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…
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:…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Driven by a recent surge in California completions and large gains from Texas, probably as a result of the state’s newly-implemented universal FAFSA policy, the class of 2022 has 2.5%…
Whether faced with indecision about which school to attend, disappointment resulting from a dream school rejection, and/or uncertainty associated with being placed on a waitlist, soon-to-be college students may need…
If you’re paying for college in 2021 or 2022, here’s what you need to know about Covid-19 and college finances. Check out this advice from the college admissions pros. …