Financial Aid: General College Resources

The Matchlighters Scholars Program pairs high-achieving students from low-income households with experienced college counselors – and it’s totally free. It is for high-achieving students from lower-income families who have solid grades, but just need a little extra help on the college application and essay process.

ScholarMatch’s mission is to support first-generation college students earn a bachelor’s degree within five years. We provide virtual individualized advising, targeted financial support, and career mentoring all the way to graduation.

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Maybe you’ve been planning your future for years. Maybe you’re ready to start exploring opportunities. Wherever life takes you, ACT will help you get there. This guide was designed to make understanding all things ACT as simple as possible. With information about ACT test dates, fee waivers, and test prep, you’ll find everything you need […]

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A helpful 5-step process in completing the FAFSA by Dr. Kathy Griswold Fine.

When it comes to enrolling in college, the process of selecting the right major and school often overshadows a consideration that may have an even greater effect on your post-graduation life — how you will pay for your education. Student loans are the most common answer to this question.

At College Raptor, we believe there’s a right college fit for every student. Our innovative college planning tools help maximize your chance of discovering the best college match and embark on your journey with efficiency and confidence.

Nearly one-third of college students are low-income, and most don’t know the resources and programs that can help them. If you’re a college student in need, use these key resources to get help both inside and outside of the classroom. There’s a strong correlation between income and academic performance; it can be hard to focus […]

With hundreds of thousands of college freshmen starting college across the country, these are some of the best tips, tricks, and insights that th one researcher has found and compiled so that none of you turn into a delusional college student! Starting life alone for the first time can be a challenge on multiple fronts – […]

Figuring out how to pay for college can be one of the most stressful parts of family financial planning. It’s no easy task figuring out how much college will cost and determining how to pay for it. This guide will cover the steps you should take to pay for college and highlight resources you can […]

Half of all undergraduate college students identify as first generation college students — meaning students whose parents never completed a bachelor’s degree. This resource will help guide first generation college students and their families with the additional barriers and challenges they may face.

Guide includes information about scholarships for Jewish students. Also includes information about Judaism on campus and general college resources.