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A Comprehensive Guide to Navigating College Admissions Deadlines
Choosing colleges and then deciding when to apply are at the heart of the college admissions process. Each type of deadline serves different student needs, may lead to binding decisions, and can significantly impact your student’s application strategy. In this blog post, we’ll break down the most common types of college admissions deadlines to help…
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The 2025-2026 FAFSA Form: Things to Know, Action Items, & FAQs
What you need to know The good news: the new FAFSA form is not changing from last year’s major revision. The bad news: it will not be widely available until December. This article will help you understand why you should do an estimated Student Aid Index (SAI) now and what you can do to be…
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Five Things to Consider When Paying the College Bill
Paying for college can be a daunting task for any family or student, but with the right strategies, planning, and information, you can make it more manageable. Here are five essential things to consider when planning to pay for college:
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Is College Enrollment Down Because of the FAFSA Fiasco?
MyCollegeCorner’s John Hupalo recently appeared on the Prudent Money podcast hosted by financial expert Bob Brooks discussing the shifting landscape of the college admission process in the wake of changes, delays, and untimely errors as a result of the rollout of the new FAFSA form.
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Navigating the College Process: A Guide for Parents of 9th Graders
As your student embarks on their high school journey, the thought of college might seem far off. However, starting the process early can set the stage for a smoother, less stressful college admissions process for both yourself and your student. Read on for a comprehensive guide of what you can do as a parent of…
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The FAFSA Fiasco: What Went Wrong and What It Means for Students
The rollout of the 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been plagued by delays and technical issues, causing significant stress and uncertainty for millions of students and families. Each year, around 17 million students complete the FAFSA to receive federal aid to help pay for college. But the fallout from the FAFSA…
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Federal Student Loan Rates Are Soaring: Here’s What to Do
Paying for college has always been a challenge but this year may be the worst ever. To top off a miserably difficult financial aid season, interest rates on Federal Direct Loans for students and parents are set to increase, a lot.
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Ask the 529 Expert: Paul Curley
John Hupalo, host of MyCollegeCorner’s podcast, recently sat down with Paul Curley, Director of 529 and ABLE Solutions at ISS Market Intelligence and generally regarded as a 529 data guru, for a deep dive on the extensive and broadening benefits available to families and college-bound students through these groundbreaking and smart savings platforms.
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Understanding 529 ABLE Plans on their 10th Birthday
In 2014, the U.S. Congress passed milestone legislation for the disability community: The Stephen Beck, Jr. Achieving a Better Life Experience Act (ABLE). The legislation allows people with disabilities to save money without risking the loss of their federal disability benefits.