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Financial Aid Prep 101: Timelines, Definitions, and How to Get Started

Amy Rice September 26, 2022 FAFSA, financial aid, CSS Profile
While students are knee-deep in the exciting college application process, it’s important not to forget about the other piece to the puzzle - financial aid! The two main forms for financial aid open October 1st, and we’ve got everything you need to know in order to successfully begin the process.
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How to Shop for Colleges (The CA$H Podcast)

The CA$H Podcast #90 –“How to Shop for Colleges-Tips for Zeroing in on Cost” Estrela's Laura Cobb recently joined Adam Koós, President of Libertas Wealth Management Group, Inc. for The CA$H Podcast. Laura and Adam talk about shopping for college with your teenager so that you can get the most bang for your buck.
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Paying for College Through Military Service

One of the many benefits offered to U.S. active duty service personnel and veterans is help with education and training costs. However, weighing your choices and opportunities can be overwhelming with some programs administered by your branch of service and others through the Veteran’s Administration. There are also outside scholarships specifically for active duty, veterans and dependents. Also, ...
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Spring Break Reading List for Parents of Teens

Whether your spring break plans have you hitting the road or staying at home, the Estrela team has put together a list of books for you to check out! From navigating the college search process to determining how to pay for it, we've got you covered with the options below. We've also included something inspirational to remind you that this process will be full of twists and turns BUT also very ...
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Dos and Don'ts of Appealing a Financial Aid Award

Ah...February. The month of Hallmark’s favorite holiday. Also the month during which colleges will start to send out financial aid information. Quick caveat: this will only be for the schools to which your student has already been accepted. Colleges with April 1 notification dates will package the financial aid with the acceptance information.
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