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Young Achievers Scholarship 2025 Student Winner Spotlights
It’s that time of the year! The time of the year when our Young Achievers Scholarships are presented to the winners. We have selected three winners from around Western New York to represent those who have been awarded this gifted scholarship, and we want to spend some time showing off why they’ve earned it and what they will bring to their college education. We will also highlight some of the winners' experiences in video, as we have in the last few years, so stay tuned and b

Jeff Boron
Nov 4, 20254 min read


The End of Grad PLUS Loans and How College Finances Change Moving Forward
In this blog, we will break down the change to Grad PLUS loans and how college financial aid as a whole will work moving forward because of it.

Jeff Boron
Oct 24, 20254 min read


The Biggest Reasons Why Every College Student Should Sign Up for FAFSA
In this blog, we will run through the biggest reasons why you should fill out a FAFSA form and explain how those reasons make the process smooth and hassle-free.

Jeff Boron
Oct 9, 20255 min read


FAFSA, CSS Profile, and the College Financial Aid Systems Every Student Should Know
In this blog, we will break down where you can find eligibility for college financial aid and explain how each program benefits different types of individuals.

Jeff Boron
Sep 23, 20254 min read


Top College Savings Accounts for Parents: 529 Plans, Roth IRAs & More
In this blog, we will break down several different types of savings accounts that you might want to consider if you have a kid who plans to go to college someday!

Jeff Boron
Sep 15, 20255 min read


Analyzing the Cost of Colleges: From Big Schools to Small Schools
In this blog, we will analyze the differences, pros and cons, and cost of many different colleges, from big schools to small schools, and how that will be important for your long-term success in education.

Jeff Boron
Aug 27, 20255 min read


Beyond the Brochure - Preparing for Your College Visit
In this blog, we will break down what you can look for when visiting colleges that those brochures and guides won’t tell you or show you!

Jeff Boron
Aug 8, 20253 min read


Student Loans for College Students Just Got a Major Update
In this blog, we will explain what this student loan update means for students moving forward and how we can assist you if you need help.

Jeff Boron
Jul 18, 20253 min read


How to Make the Most of Your Summer Before Starting College
In this blog, we are going to break down how you can make the most of your summer before starting college, whether you’re new to it or just starting another year.

Jeff Boron
Jul 8, 20253 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


ACT vs. SAT: Which Test Is Better for YOU and Your College Future?
And here we are… one of the more important aspects of preparing for college, the ACT and SAT. In this blog, we will go over what each of...

Jeff Boron
Jun 10, 20253 min read


Why You Should Apply for the Young Achievers Scholarship in 2025
The Young Achievers Scholarship is the primary scholarship that we award every year at Send Your Kids to College. In 2025, we want to...

Jeff Boron
May 20, 20253 min read


3 Extracurricular Activities That Look Good on a Scholarship Essay & Why
We will tell you about 3 extracurricular activities that will look good on your scholarship essay and why they help. At Send Your Kids to College, we have the tools and information to help you in this process.

Jeff Boron
May 9, 20253 min read


The U.S. Department of Education is Collecting Student Loans Again
The U.S. Department of Education will resume collections of federal student loans. We will explain why this is a big deal and walk you through how you can navigate this new update.

Jeff Boron
Apr 28, 20253 min read


This is It! How Seniors Can Prepare for College This Summer
At Send Your Kids to College, it’s our job to help you, and today we’ll walk through many important steps you can take this summer to help prepare for college!

Jeff Boron
Apr 18, 20253 min read


5 WNY Scholarships Your HS Senior Can Apply for This Year
The end of the year for high schoolers is around the corner, and there’s nothing better than searching for a scholarship opportunity. Our...

Jeff Boron
Mar 28, 20253 min read


BIG Changes Coming to ACT- What it Means for Your Student
This spring, the ACT test is experiencing an overhaul, and today on the blog we wanted to summarize what the changes will look like, and why

Jeff Boron
Mar 13, 20253 min read


Parents Are NEEDED for FAFSA - What Can Students Do Without Them?
Today on the blog we want to go over what a student can do if their parent is not cooperating with the Financial aid application process.

Jeff Boron
Feb 27, 20255 min read


The 2025 Young Achievers Scholarship Is OPEN
Today we're excited to announce that the 2025 Young Achievers Scholarship is OFFICIALLY OPEN! Let's take some time to talk about what that m

Jeff Boron
Feb 4, 20252 min read


How Will "Funding Freeze" Affect Federal Financial Aid
Our Certified College Planning Expert Jeff Boron went on WBEN930 radio this morning to discuss how this funding pause could impact college s

Jeff Boron
Jan 29, 20252 min read
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