My College Corner Blog

Turn college essays from stressful assignments into creative opportunities…

Nov 14, 2018

Preparing for college admissions essays is a great opportunity to put the student's best foot forward, and may even help boost the odds for scholarship funding in certain applications. In this episode of the My College Corner Podcast, Kathleen Carey, founder of Find Your Story shares expert advice on how to move college essays from ordinary to extraordinary.

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Veterans: Plan Ahead with Education Benefits

Nov 07, 2018

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Veterans: Plan Ahead with Education Benefits

Nov 07, 2018

Veterans Day gives us an opportunity to say thank you to Veterans and their families – all of whom sacrifice so much to serve our country. It’s also an appropriate time to review a wide variety of educational benefits available to Veterans and their families.

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Invite Education Adds Mary L. Nickeson as Senior Vice…

Nov 01, 2018

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Invite Education Adds Mary L. Nickeson as Senior Vice…

Nov 01, 2018

BOSTON, MA (November 1, 2018)— Invite Education announced today that veteran college savings industry expert Mary L. Nickeson joined the company as Senior Vice President.

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Maximize your Basket of College Funding

Oct 31, 2018

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Maximize your Basket of College Funding

Oct 31, 2018

With research, early preparation, and open discussions, financing your student's college education doesn’t have to be confusing. Here are some things to think about:

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Finding the right tutor just got easier! GoPeer.org founder…

Oct 24, 2018

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Finding the right tutor just got easier! GoPeer.org founder…

Oct 24, 2018

GoPeer.org founder Ethan Binder is on a mission to help students locate the right tutor and find success with challenging classes. Anyone that has ever faced tough classes may have found that the right tutor makes all the difference - especially if the topic feels a bit overwhelming in a classroom setting. The personal touch and direct attention provided by a tutor is a lifesaver!

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5 tips to help file the FAFSA (Video)

Oct 17, 2018

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5 tips to help file the FAFSA (Video)

Oct 17, 2018

Take the right step forward and get the FAFSA form filed to maximize college financial aid eligibility. Don't leave money on the table - This goes for parents AND students! Here's 5 tips to help get started from #MyCollegeCorner

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Families focus on key criteria for college choice

Oct 10, 2018

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Families focus on key criteria for college choice

Oct 10, 2018

With applications opening August 1, families are getting ready to make tough choices about college. But how are families deciding? College selection can be very emotional, but it's rooted in logical factors that lead to a final decision. Here are some criteria points.

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How financial literacy helps with college affordability

Oct 03, 2018

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How financial literacy helps with college affordability

Oct 03, 2018

There's no doubt that college is expensive. Just ask any parent helping their son or daughter enroll this fall, or even filing the FAFSA in preparation for next year. College affordability is at the heart of the issue. Let's consider how financial literacy helps manage decisions about college affordability.

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What Current Students Need to Know About Financial Aid

Sep 26, 2018

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What Current Students Need to Know About Financial Aid

Sep 26, 2018

It’s very important that continuing college students reapply for financial aid EVERY YEAR! Even if your student didn't receive any aid when your family first applied, it's important to keep the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) open and up to date. If your family's circumstances change, you may be able to appeal for increased financial aid at a later date.

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Help Me Understand Financial Aid

Sep 26, 2018

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Help Me Understand Financial Aid

Sep 26, 2018

Saving may be the best way to pay for college, but sometimes it’s just not enough. There are many strategies to fill the gap between how much you have and how much you need. Parents can make a huge impact on the process by staying organized and knowing the lingo to help support their child's college bill payment strategy.