Four facts about first-generation college students
First-generation students pursue higher education because of their own ambition and drive for success. Despite this drive, they have unique challenges that can hold them back from earning a degree. Here are four things financial aid professionals should keep in mind...
Students: Prioritize your final exams using this worksheet
Final exam week is coming! Even the most prepared students get stressed out this time of year, especially if you’re studying for multiple exams. If this is you, the first thing you should do is prioritize study time for each of your finals. In this post, we’ll walk...
Why we’re excited about the 2015 FSA Training Conference for Financial Aid Professionals
Maybe it’s because we get to hang out with thousands of financial aid professionals or maybe it’s because we’re headed to Vegas, but there’s an energy buzzing around our office as we prepare for the annual FSA Training Conference. Amongst all the buzz, there’s one...