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Jeff Boron

Apr 242 min read

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...

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What is International Day of Eduction? #EducationDay

Jeff Boron

Jan 242 min read

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...

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Jeff Boron

Nov 7, 20234 min read

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...

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4 Changes in the FAFSA Application Process

Jeff Boron

Jul 13, 20232 min read

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...

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Jeff Boron

Jun 9, 20232 min read

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...

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What's the Difference Between Financial Aid & Scholarships?

Jeff Boron

May 19, 20233 min read

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...

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5 Things to Remember When Writing a Financial Aid Appeal Letter

Jeff Boron

Apr 6, 20232 min read

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...

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What is a Certified College Planning Specialist?

Jeff Boron

Feb 25, 20232 min read

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...

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Seeking Scholarships - Why Test Scores Are Important in College Admissions in 2023

Jeff Boron

Jan 27, 20232 min read

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...

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How Soon is Too Soon? College Planning Tips for New Parents

Jeff Boron

Nov 28, 20222 min read

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...

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Planning Ahead - 5 Suggestions for Parents of Future College Students

Jeff Boron

Oct 5, 20223 min read

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,...

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Jeff Boron

Aug 19, 20222 min read

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...

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Calculating Your College Bill - What’s It Going to Take to Pay for College?

Jeff Boron

Aug 16, 20222 min read

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...

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Grandparents & Family Can Contribute More to College 529 Plans Following Change to FAFSA Rule

Jeff Boron

Jun 24, 20222 min read

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

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College Visit 101: Navigating the Road to Admissions

Jeff Boron

Apr 22, 20223 min read

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.

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Jeff Boron

Apr 14, 20221 min read

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...

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College Visit 101 | Questions for Faculty on Your Campus Visit

Jeff Boron

Mar 28, 20223 min read

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...

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College Visit 101 - Your WNY Guide for College Planning

Jeff Boron

Mar 10, 20223 min read

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.

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3 Reasons to Work with a Certified College Planning Specialist (CCPS)

Jeff Boron

Oct 21, 20212 min read

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...

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