Alison Merzel
15 Tips for the 2024 FAFSA
As you may be aware, the FAFSA Simplification Act is generating new changes for the FAFSA for 2024-2025. While the FAFSA typically is...
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Alison Merzel
Sep 21, 20212 min
Who is eligible for financial aid anyways?
When many families hear the term "financial aid," they automatically assume loans, grants, or need-based financial support. In reality,...
Alison Merzel
Dec 30, 20202 min
Upcoming changes to the FAFSA - What you need to know
When Congress passed the most recent COVID-19 relief legislation, it included the FAFSA Simplification Act. While the 167 pages do...
Alison Merzel
Sep 8, 20202 min
FAFSA vs. CSS Profile - what is the difference?
You have likely heard of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This is the paperwork you file starting October 1 each...
Alison Merzel
Mar 30, 20202 min
Tips for researching colleges from home - Part 3
Last week I gave you some suggestions for researching colleges for academic and social fit. Building an appropriate college list requires...
Alison Merzel
Feb 21, 20203 min
Show me the money!
If the cost of your child's college education is going to play a significant role in where they will be able to enroll, it is never too...
Alison Merzel
Oct 17, 20193 min
Test optional admissions - an inside perspective
As a former Director of MBA Admissions, I have reviewed thousands of applications. The Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) was...
Alison Merzel
Oct 2, 20192 min
The sticker price isn't what you will pay
When you shop for a car, you typically don't walk blindly into a car dealership, tell the salesperson which car you want, and walk out...
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