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How AI is Going to Change the Future of College Academics and College Planning
In this blog, we will run through how AI is going to change the future of college academics and college planning for us as your local college planners in Buffalo and Western New York.

Jeff Boron
May 294 min read


Some Interesting Things You May Not Know About 529 Savings Plans
Today on the blog, we want to cover a few unique aspects of 529 savings plans that you may not know about.

Jeff Boron
May 134 min read


The Holistic Review and What Actually Matters When Planning for College in 2026
In this blog, we will give you a broader look into college planning with what matters most, and how something like a holistic review can help you to prepare in 2026.

Jeff Boron
Apr 234 min read


Managing Stress During the Scholarship Application Process
In this blog, we will look at what applying for scholarships means to your mental health and stress management during this process.

Jeff Boron
Mar 64 min read


Scholarship Scams 101: How to Tell What’s Legit and What’s a Trap
You won’t realize it at first, but yes, it’s possible to be scammed on a scholarship. Most people out there might think that scholarships...

Jeff Boron
Jun 25, 20253 min read


3 Ways Our Team Can Help WNY Students with College Planning
As we enter into a new year in 2025, we look forward to helping more families prepare for college, and here’s how we do that!

Jeff Boron
Dec 19, 20243 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...
SYKTC Blog
Nov 29, 20244 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

Jeff Boron
Sep 26, 20244 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!

Jeff Boron
Jul 18, 20243 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!

Jeff Boron
Jun 18, 20243 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

Jeff Boron
May 17, 20243 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...

Jeff Boron
Mar 7, 20243 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...

Jeff Boron
Feb 22, 20243 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...

Jeff Boron
Jan 24, 20242 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...

Jeff Boron
Jan 13, 20243 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...

Jeff Boron
Dec 13, 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...

Jeff Boron
Aug 18, 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.

Jeff Boron
Jul 26, 20233 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...

Jeff Boron
Jun 28, 20235 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...

Jeff Boron
Jun 9, 20232 min read
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