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A lot of HS juniors and seniors do some thinking about college. Unfortunately, not a lot of HS upperclassmen take much action until late in the process. The actions they do take often lead to a questionable fit for the right college later on. I often see families pay considerably more than they need to when forced to rationalize decisions late in the student's senior year. This article is designed to help you get on your way to lower your stress later in your senior year of high school AND lower your costs.
Do you feel like you are wandering around still trying to figure out your major? Have you found "true north" for your major but unsure how to engage the colleges to your advantage? Learn my five steps to maximizing your major and minimizing your out of pocket costs for college.
Compelling look for parents into the current debt traps for college and retirement planning. Find out why being College Smart is vital for your family's financial future.
Unclaimed scholarships can sound too good to be true. However, with this important consumer perspective and understanding of the college planning cycle you can help lower your cost of college. See Upcoming Articles
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