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Read the SmartMoney article.

I’m thrilled to pass this article on to my clients.  Many families I work with assume that they will not receive any financial aid, however, as the article points out many middle class families qualify for financial aid. This is very important in the college search as it is in a student’s best interest to have a variety of options- public schools and private schools.   Continue reading »

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/21/education/21college.html

Check out this article which talks about how to pay in state tuition even if you live out of state.

http://www.examiner.com/x-20753-DC-College-Admissions-Examiner~y2010m2d3-4-more-ways-to-pay-instate-tuition-at-outofstate-colleges

I am thrilled to open an office in Cedar Park- 201 S Bell Blvd.  #109; 243-6181.  We had a great Open House last night!  What I love about the office is that I have a room big enough to offer workshops and classes.  I’m offering a number of kick off events and hope you can join us! Continue reading »

This is an interesting article about college’s offering 3 year degrees.  Historically, some students have graduated in three years by entering college with credits from community colleges or AP courses. With the economic downturn this is another option for families to consider.

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/25/education/25hartwick.html?_r=1&emc=eta1

Good news out of Rice University- they are raising the income threshold for families to receive financial aid.  This is change will help middle income families.  It is wonderful to see colleges and universities responding proactively to the financial crisis.  Now more than ever, it is critical for families to research the financial aid policies of the schools their children are applying to.  If you haven’t done so, go to www.finaid.com, and find out your Expected Family Contribution (how much you are expected to pay).

http://www.bizjournals.com/houston/stories/2008/12/15/daily24.html

For many high-school seniors, fall is a time fraught with college applications, interviews and campus tours.

For students, it’s also a time of unknowns: how will they afford school, can they get into their top choice, will they be happy once they get there?

Manage College-Application Anxiety

I am thrilled that you have stopped by the MatchPoint Blog.  I hope you will stop by often.  I plan to post articles and reflections on this site.  I’ll also link to other blogs.  It is my hope that this blog will provide you with up to date information on the college selection process.