Category: Paying For College
How Students Are Paying for College in 2026: Why 88% of Students are Turning to Scholarships
Thank you for subscribing! As the 2026-27 academic year approaches, the landscape of college financing continues to shift. Between legislative […]
January 9, 2026
Making Your Admission Decision: Navigating Your College Admissions and Financial Aid Offers
Thank you for subscribing! The silence of the “waiting period” is finally breaking. After four years of maintaining a high […]
January 8, 2026
The Smart Start: Navigating the Pros and Cons of Community College in 2026
Thank you for subscribing! A college education has long been seen as the gateway to a better future, but the […]
January 3, 2026
Family Can’t Help Pay for College? No Problem: Your DIY Guide to Paying for College on Your Own
Thank you for subscribing! For many high school students, planning for college involves a conversation about family contributions. But for […]
December 11, 2025
Will Financial Aid Cover Summer Classes? How To Know If Your Student Can Use Aid In Summer
One of the most common questions we hear from parents and students at The College Planning Center is: “Will financial […]
December 10, 2025
Featured Scholarships: December 2025 – Scholarship America
As the calendar year comes to a close, some of the biggest scholarships of the season are now open for […]
December 10, 2025
Scholarship Strategies that Put You on an Affordable Path to College
Thank you for subscribing! In the quest for a college education, the first question shouldn’t be, “How much debt do […]
December 2, 2025
Maximize Your Time Off: Top Strategies for Crushing Your Winter Break Goals
Thank you for subscribing! The school year is a marathon, not a sprint. You’ve navigated exams, extracurriculars, and college applications, […]
November 18, 2025
The CSS Profile Explained: Your Guide to Institutional Financial Aid
Thank you for subscribing! Applying to college involves more than just essays and test scores—it involves financial paperwork. While almost […]
November 14, 2025