As acceptances and rejections roll in, it’s time for a reminder that success in life is generally more about what you make of the college experience than what school you attend.

Many families skip the FAFSA on the assumption they won’t qualify for need-based aid. While that may or may not be true, there are plenty of other good reasons to fill it out.

What is it? Does it matter? Demonstrated interest is a topic of considerable confusion these days, especially since information about it varies widely.

You get what you negotiate so it’s worth trying to maximize your student’s merit awards by trying.

Does your student have some down time during the winter break? A quick and easy way to make some money is to do some test prep for the ACT or SAT. In fact, this is likely to pay off far more than any juggling strategies you might be attempting with your income or assets in order to bring your EFC down.