Posts by Sonja Buckmeier
Insider Tips for the week of March 7, 2026
4 guidelines for student loan debt – With the recent policy changes to student loan limits, we thought it would be helpful to provide a perspective that isn’t discussed nearly as much – reducing loan debt on the front end. Check out the 4 key guidelines for student loan debt that we use. What is a college co-op program? – The…
Read MoreA Fantastic Voyage to Nova Southeastern: Where Learning Meets Adventure! With CIT Consultant Tiffany Kolb
By CIT Consultant Tiffany Kolb Embarking on my recent adventure to Nova Southeastern University was nothing short of extraordinary. With a vibrant campus boasting 7,000 students, this hidden gem offers a unique blend of academic excellence, career support, and a plethora of exciting opportunities. I was not able to walk the entire campus because of…
Read MoreLynn University-holistic learning and student centered college experience!
Written by CIT Consultant Tiffany Kolb Lynn University, a private institution nestled in Boca Raton, Florida, has carved a niche for itself by cultivating a community of around 4,000 students who believe in the power of holistic education. Founded on the principle of educating the whole person, Lynn University stands out for its commitment to…
Read MoreInsider Tips for the week of February 7, 2026
Top 5 ways to get more scholarships – Everyone is looking for more scholarship dollars to help offset the cost of college, but the key is understanding what strategies are the most effective. Check out our new article on the topic. As the supply of applicants declines, college admissions gets kinder and gentler – As the Hechinger Report explains,…
Read MoreInsider Tips for the week of January 10, 2026
Merit aid mythbusters – CIT’s Cozy Wittman was on the College Financial Lady podcast discussing myths about merit aid. Considering college financial fit first – CIT’s Chris Wills was a guest on the Tests and the Rest podcast to discuss why families should start by identifying their right fit college criteria first, as opposed to having their student spend…
Read MoreInsider Tips for the week of December 6, 2025
Scholarship stacking – Scholarship stacking refers to the ability to add up aid, grants, and scholarships from multiple sources. But the catch, as CIT’s Anne Weber explains, is not all colleges allow it. How to build a perfect college list – How do you craft a college list that’s perfectly balanced: not too vast, not too limited, and precisely…
Read MoreInsider Tips for the week of November 1, 2025
Activities that impress colleges the most – Parents often wonder what type of activities their student can participate in to impress college admission officers most. CIT’s Paige Feldman explores this common question through the lens of impact, and what really matters most. A valuable read. The truth about rejection by elite colleges – Michelle Kretzschmar explains the reality is…
Read MoreCollege Preparation Tips and Tricks
College Inside Track’s Cozy Wittman was a featured guest on the Household CFO podcast discussing college preparation tips and tricks. The college landscape has changed dramatically over the past few decades. What used to be a straightforward decision between public, private, in-state, or out-of-state options has evolved into a far more complex — and more flexible — process.…
Read MoreNavigating the College Decision
Choosing a college is one of the biggest financial and personal decisions families face. Cozy Wittman from College Inside Track joined WCCO to share how to approach the college decision with both heart and strategy. In the interview, Cozy emphasizes that families should look beyond college rankings and focus on fit — academic, social, and…
Read MoreConsidering College Financial Fit First
So many important factors converge in the college selection process, yet one of the most critical ones is far too often ignored. Amy and Mike from the Tests and the Rests podcast, invited College Inside Track’s Chris Wills to make the case for considering college financial fit first. What are five things you will learn…
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