College Planning WNY

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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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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Open Your Laptops, and Your Minds! - 8 tips for Success Learning Online for National Online Learning

Jeff Boron

Sep 13, 20233 min read

Open Your Laptops, and Your Minds! - 8 tips for Success Learning Online for National Online Learning

September 15th is National Online Learning Day! National Online Learning Day, observed on every September 15, is a day to recognize and...

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Guest Post from a WNY College Senior! - 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before College

Jeff Boron

Sep 1, 20235 min read

Guest Post from a WNY College Senior! - 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before College

We’re always looking for new ways to help students and families of WNY better understand the many moving parts of college planning. For...

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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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2023-24 Federal Student Loan Interest Rate Released

Jeff Boron

May 15, 20232 min read

2023-24 Federal Student Loan Interest Rate Released

Hello, and welcome back to the Send Your Kids to College blog! If it's your first time, we use this blog to help local Western New York...

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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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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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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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3 Reasons Students Don’t Fill Out the FAFSA (On Time)

Jeff Boron

Oct 28, 20223 min read

3 Reasons Students Don’t Fill Out the FAFSA (On Time)

The landscape of College Financial Aid is certainly at a tectonic time right now, as student loan borrowers yearn for freedom from debt...

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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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Jeff Boron

Jul 26, 20223 min read

5 Reasons to Hire a CCPS for FAFSA

Here at Send Your Kids to College, we are a team of professionals who help students and families at all stages of the college planning...

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FAFSA FAQ HQ 2022 - What You Need to Know

Jeff Boron

Jul 12, 20223 min read

FAFSA FAQ HQ 2022 - What You Need to Know

I f you ever have a question about your FAFSA forms, please don't hesitate to reach out via our contact page or give us a call! Our...

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atboron6

May 27, 20222 min read

Don’t forget to sign up for the Young Achiever Scholarship before the July 1st Deadline!

The school year is winding down and the summer is beginning to heat up. We’re sure the last thing you want to be thinking about is...

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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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Some Factors To Think About When Making a College List

atboron6

Nov 23, 20213 min read

Some Factors To Think About When Making a College List

High schools try their best to prepare you, but with large class sizes, it can be difficult. That's where the college planning pros come in.

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atboron6

Jul 30, 20212 min read

Prepare For the SAT and Save on Tuition

As higher education becomes more and more commonplace, colleges and universities are dropping their SAT/ACT test score requirements....

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