Enhance with ideas from the mass mutual blog. At ForwarDirections we discuss the three fits: academic fit, social fit and financial fit. Make sure these "fits" are balanced when you make your college decision. “College acceptances should be accompanied with…
Information from Columbia University Financial Aid website and other colleges. Congress passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) in July 2025, which introduced several changes to federal student loans beginning July 1, 2026. These changes do not affect student borrowing…
We recommend that every student visit the college they may attend in the future. Before you go on you college visit, figure out how you will record the answers to the questions below. How will you collect the names, phone…
Hovering moms and dads are following their kids all the way to campus. Atlantic, by Russel Shaw, Nov. 2, 2025. "A new term has entered the lexicon of college administrators: the trailing parent. These are the mothers and fathers who follow…
Have you completed your FAFSA? The FAFSA window opened in October 2025 but it is never too late to complete your FAFSA. The sooner you do, the more financial opportunities you may have. The Department of Education has a way…
"Many students and their families wonder about the potential benefits of working a job while in high school, particularly its impact on college applications and whether it can make a difference in the competitive world of college admissions. Some experts say the…
We at ForwarDirections wish you a wonderful holiday season and happy new year! This post from our friends at the Grown & Flown share some advice from an Admissions Dean about what not to discuss at your holiday table. There …
What traits are most important for students to have? A group of teachers met up to talk about these traits. Their list included: Intrinsic Motivation Grit Goal Orientation Responsibility Supportive Family Read more about the details here.
A recent article covered by CBS News lists the different associate degrees that may earn more money than a Bachelor's Degree. "There are 17 associate degree majors with which graduates, four years after they receive their diploma, are earning more…
The FAFSA stands for "Free Application for Federal Student Aid." We recommend that all college going students and families should fill out the FAFSA. This information impacts eligibility college based scholarships and grants as well as general scholarships. The FAFSA…