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Prepare for the College Fair: What You Need to Know

Debbie Schwartz

Debbie Schwartz is a former financial services executive and founder of Road2College and the Paying For College 101 Facebook group. With an expertise in personal finance, analysis, and marketing, she's working to give families the information and tools they need to make smarter financial college decisions.

Articles by Debbie

What I Wish I Knew About Access to My Child’s College Records

September 17, 2019

College students are legal adults, and as such, colleges will not discuss academic and medical issues with parents without a student’s permission.

How Colleges Determine Need and Need-Based Financial Aid Awards

September 14, 2019

If the idea of figuring out how to pay for college is keeping you up at night and even causing…

How Much Will YOU Have to Pay for College?

September 14, 2019

Your child is not a senior, and you’re wondering, “Why do I need to worry about tuition costs and estimating…

It’s All About Grades

September 14, 2019

It’s all about grades… (And course selection, the “right” high school, and more!) Do Grades in High School Really Matter?…

4 Reasons to Visit a College Website

September 12, 2019

My first job out of college was working as a research associate for a university’s business school. My boss was…

What I Wish I’d Known About Paying for College

September 11, 2019

As a parent, I like to learn as much as I can from other parents who have already blazed the…

Find the Right College: How Do You Know a School Is a Good Fit?

September 10, 2019

Is there such a thing as one perfect school for your student? Finding the right mix of academics, financial help,…

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply for Student Loans

September 10, 2019

When it comes to paying for college, the loan process can be confusing. There are a lot of options, but…