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How Will "Funding Freeze" Affect Federal Financial Aid
Our Certified College Planning Expert Jeff Boron went on WBEN930 radio this morning to discuss how this funding pause could impact college s
Jeff Boron
Jan 292 min read
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What's the difference between a CSS Profile and the FAFSA?
We help students and families of Western New York navigate the pathway from kid to college student. One of the most vital services we...
Jeff Boron
Apr 24, 20242 min read
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What is International Day of Eduction? #EducationDay
Today is a special day! If you didn't know, today is known as "International Day of Education." Today on the blog we want to talk about...
Jeff Boron
Jan 24, 20242 min read
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Finding the Right College Fit For You
We help students and their families with planning for college. We aim to provide a transparent resource that allows you to better...
Jeff Boron
Nov 7, 20234 min read
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4 Changes in the FAFSA Application Process
Welcome back to the Send Your Kids To College blog! This blog is a tool for WNY families and students as they journey through the college...
Jeff Boron
Jul 13, 20232 min read
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The Cost of College - Books 101
Hello there students and families of WNY! Welcome back to the blog! As we inch closer to the deadline for the Young Achievers Scholarship...
Jeff Boron
Jun 9, 20232 min read
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What's the Difference Between Financial Aid & Scholarships?
Welcome back to the Send Your Kids to College Blog! We use this blog as a tool to help serve WNY families and students with tips and...
Jeff Boron
May 19, 20233 min read
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5 Things to Remember When Writing a Financial Aid Appeal Letter
Applying for college and wading through the deep waters of college financial aid isn't for everyone. Luckily there are college planning...
Jeff Boron
Apr 6, 20232 min read
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What is a Certified College Planning Specialist?
Welcome back to the SYKTC blog! We welcome new readers and invite you to look back at our previous posts to learn more about the college...
Jeff Boron
Feb 25, 20232 min read
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Seeking Scholarships - Why Test Scores Are Important in College Admissions in 2023
You may have heard in the last few years that SAT & ACT scores “don’t matter” anymore. This couldn’t be further from the truth! Today on...
Jeff Boron
Jan 27, 20232 min read
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How Soon is Too Soon? College Planning Tips for New Parents
Welcome back to the blog! We use this outlet to try and help parents of WNY (and students!) to better understand the many moving parts of...
Jeff Boron
Nov 28, 20222 min read
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Planning Ahead - 5 Suggestions for Parents of Future College Students
We are a local WNY non-profit that works with families to help them plan for college. There are several aspects to our organization,...
Jeff Boron
Oct 5, 20223 min read
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Jeff Boron Makes Appearance on WBEN 930 to Talk Student Loan Forgiveness
Attention parents of students in Western New York, the President Has made steps on the student loan forgiveness front. For future...
Jeff Boron
Aug 19, 20222 min read
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Calculating Your College Bill - What’s It Going to Take to Pay for College?
As certified college planning specialists, we help students and families of Western New York better understand the college financial...
Jeff Boron
Aug 16, 20222 min read
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Grandparents & Family Can Contribute More to College 529 Plans Following Change to FAFSA Rule
Today’s blog focuses on a recent update in Congress that changes the way future students and families will pay for college. Let’s take a loo
Jeff Boron
Jun 24, 20222 min read
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College Visit 101: Navigating the Road to Admissions
This is the last of our 3 part series college visits. This one deals with talking to admissions and financial aid offices during your tour.
Jeff Boron
Apr 22, 20223 min read
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What You Can Pay for with a 529 Plan
A 529 plan is a powerful tool that parents and family members can use to save for a child’s education. Contributing to a 529 plan offers...
Jeff Boron
Apr 14, 20221 min read
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College Visit 101 | Questions for Faculty on Your Campus Visit
Welcome back to the Send Your Kids to College blog! Remember there is still time to apply for the 2022 Young Achiever's Scholarship for...
Jeff Boron
Mar 28, 20223 min read
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College Visit 101 - Your WNY Guide for College Planning
This will be the start of a mini-series of guides for your college visit! If you want to know more about what to do when visiting a college.
Jeff Boron
Mar 10, 20223 min read
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3 Reasons to Work with a Certified College Planning Specialist (CCPS)
We are a Western New York organization who helps students and families navigate the treacherous financial planning side of College...
Jeff Boron
Oct 21, 20212 min read
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