JLV College CounselingFinancial Aid 101
Throughout my career, I have come in contact with several students and families who have asked, what exactly is financial aid? Financial aid is money that the government and/or organizations award or lend to students to help them with paying for college. “Financial aid” is an umbrella term which includes grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans. This article provides a description of each type of financial aid. Read More
Important Questions to Ask When Visiting Colleges
Learning as much as you can about a college is the best way to figure out if it is a good fit for you. A good starting point is to review the college marketing materials and websites. The next step is to visit the college campuses you are considering. However, the printed materials, websites, and college visits are all designed to attract prospective students. To gain further knowledge about the colleges you are considering, you must ask questions! Below are many questions to ask current students, admission counselors, and professors to learn more about a college. In addition, there are colleges to ask yourself during or after a visit to determine if the college is a good fit for you. Read More
Scholarship Saturday – October 28, 2017
The deadlines for the scholarships that were on this list have passed. To see scholarships that are still accepting applications, visit more recent Scholarship Saturday posts.
10 Dos and Don’ts for Money-Saving Students
Going to a university is a huge step for every student out there. You are starting a new chapter of your life and you might be independent for the first time ever. But education is expensive, so you need to prepare yourself for anything that might come your way.
Learning how to save money while earning your degree can help you out a lot in the long run, especially if you are dealing with a student loan. So here are ten dos and don’ts which will most certainly come in handy if you are trying to manage your budget on your own. Read More
7 Reasons Not To Miss The Overnight Visit
Going away to college will be a new experience! For many of you, you will be moving away from home for the first time. Before choosing the college you will attend, it is important to visit the colleges you are considering to ensure the college is a good fit for you. While colleges do a good job of trying to show students what life is like as a student on their campuses, much is missing on the official college tour. To get the full college experience while visiting colleges, considering spending the night on campus. Spending the night on campus has seven benefits that will help you learn more about the colleges you are considering. Read More
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