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The Importance of Researching & Comparing Private Student Loans

Debbie Schwartz

Road2College is dedicated to providing families with trustworthy information about college admissions and paying for college. We recognize the two processes are intertwined and our goal is to educate families on all aspects of admissions and funding so they can make smarter college financial decisions.

Articles by Debbie

6 Ways This High School Counselor Says You Can Best Help Your Student

February 10, 2024

When a high school counselor begins with, “Let me be real frank with some of you,” you know you’re about…

“Help! My College Freshman Wants To Transfer But She Has A Scholarship”

February 9, 2024

Recently a mom in our Paying for College 101 Facebook Group, Christine, shared the following quandary about her daughter who…

4 Game-Changing Ways That One Family Mastered the College Application Journey

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Kristin Bachtell, a parent in our Paying for College 101 Facebook Group, calls herself a planner — but not just…

A Mom of Triplets Shares Her Best Tips For Finding The College That’s A Perfect Fit

January 25, 2024

Sometimes what you hear and read about a school is far from accurate, and if you’re not paying attention, you…

“Help! My Son Says We’re Too Involved in the College Process, But He’s Dragging His Feet”

January 24, 2024

When it comes to helping your children apply to college, it’s hard to know how big (or small) a role…

The Truth About Your College Acceptance Odds — What Every Student Should Know Before Stressing Out

January 18, 2024

Are you nervously awaiting colleges’ decisions? Did your student already receive an answer from their top school, and it’s not…

“What Exactly Is ‘Good Merit’ and How Do I Keep It Once I’ve Got It?”

January 17, 2024

Everybody wants to be awarded merit scholarships — and not just any ol’ merit scholarship, they want a ‘good’ one….

“We Went From $0 to $24,000 in Merit Aid Just For Asking”

January 16, 2024

Everyone has said that colleges are businesses, and it’s certainly true. Recently a member of our Paying for College 101…