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A Brief Guide to College Applications for Parents and Students

SYKTC Blog

Nov 294 min read

A Brief Guide to College Applications for Parents and Students

The college application process can feel like a whirlwind for both students and parents. You may be just as stressed as your child is...

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What to Do If You Get Waitlisted: Strategies to Improve Your Chances of Admission

Jeff Boron

Sep 264 min read

What to Do If You Get Waitlisted: Strategies to Improve Your Chances of Admission

Did you get waitlisted for your top college choice? Don't worry! This isn't the end of the road. Read on to find out what you should do next

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Before 9th Grade | Summer College Planning Checklist for Freshman

Jeff Boron

Jul 183 min read

Before 9th Grade | Summer College Planning Checklist for Freshman

Let’s look at what students entering their freshman year of high school should be doing this summer to get prepped!

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Make Summer Count | Activities to Boost Your College Application

Jeff Boron

Jun 183 min read

Make Summer Count | Activities to Boost Your College Application

For a high school student, one of the biggest steps to attending your favorite college is getting in!

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DOE Extends IDR One-time Adjustment Deadline to June 30th, 2024

Jeff Boron

May 173 min read

DOE Extends IDR One-time Adjustment Deadline to June 30th, 2024

On May 15, 2024, the Department of Education announced it would extend the consolidation process for the IDR One-time adjustment p

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Do's & Don'ts - What to Leave Out of Your Scholarship Essay

Jeff Boron

Mar 73 min read

Do's & Don'ts - What to Leave Out of Your Scholarship Essay

The 2024 Young Achievers Scholarship season is officially open! If you're a student graduating in 2024, 2025, or 2026, be sure to head...

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Never Too Early! College Planning for High School Sophomores

Jeff Boron

Feb 223 min read

Never Too Early! College Planning for High School Sophomores

We're smack dab in the middle of the new 2024 FAFSA season, busy helping future college students with the first big step, but today 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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Initial FAFSA Rollout Rocky Across US - We Can Help - FAFSA News Network

Jeff Boron

Jan 133 min read

Initial FAFSA Rollout Rocky Across US - We Can Help - FAFSA News Network

Welcome back to the Send Your Kids to College blog! If it’s your first time, we recommend going back and checking out some of the...

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Jeff Boron

Dec 13, 20233 min read

Understanding the CSS Profile: A Guide for Students and Parents

We help students and families navigate college planning. This blog serves as an informative tool to help WNY and Buffalo to better...

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Things Are Tight, but Having Success Saving in Your 529 Plan is This Easy

Jeff Boron

Aug 18, 20233 min read

Things Are Tight, but Having Success Saving in Your 529 Plan is This Easy

Here at Send Your Kids to College we are dedicated to helping families succeed with the college experience. Planning for college can be...

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How to Write a Winning Scholarship Essay

Jeff Boron

Jul 26, 20233 min read

How to Write a Winning Scholarship Essay

Winning a scholarship isn't as easy as just throwing your name in the hat. It takes a well-crafted scholarship essay to stand out.

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Jeff Boron

Jun 28, 20235 min read

10 Things to Do Summer Before College

Hey there and welcome back to the Send Your Kids to College blog! We are a locally operated nonprofit that helps kids and their families...

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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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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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3 Reasons Why WNY Students Should Take SAT/ACT Practice Tests

Jeff Boron

Mar 28, 20232 min read

3 Reasons Why WNY Students Should Take SAT/ACT Practice Tests

Today we want to specify why taking (at least one) practice test is a great idea for any student planning to attend college.

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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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4 Things to Consider When Considering Colleges

Jeff Boron

Feb 11, 20233 min read

4 Things to Consider When Considering Colleges

Welcome back to the SYKTC blog! We aim to use this blog to help students around WNY, along with their families, to better understand the...

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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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The Cost of Attendance - What’s It Mean to WNY Students & Parents?

Jeff Boron

Jan 12, 20233 min read

The Cost of Attendance - What’s It Mean to WNY Students & Parents?

Welcome back to the blog! We provide useful tips and information here on the blog for students and families of WNY who will be attending...

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