Most financial awards a student receives in college are tied to maintaining a certain GPA. Typically, the requirement is 3.0 which would be considered straight Bs, but some awards may…
Neil Best, Ph.D.December 26, 2022
In exchange for 450 hours of service, the California College Corps will give students $10,000 toward their education. They may also earn academic credit for their work. The program called…
ScholarShare 529November 24, 2022
Governor Newsom announced that California colleges will be part of a public service program that subsidizes tuition for students who do community service. Josh Fryday from the Office of the…
ScholarShare 529November 11, 2022
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
Opening separate 529 accounts for your grandchildren is a good idea for several reasons. You can tailor the selection of the 529 plan and investment options within that plan for…
ScholarShare 529October 19, 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
