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Navigating Student Loan Changes
College Inside Track’s Chris Wills was featured on WCCO Talking Points with Esme Murphy discussing the changing rules with student loans 0:00 Navigating changing rules for student loans 1:06 Collecting on defaulted student loan payments 2:24 What is a federal direct student loan? 3:10 Cautioning against parent-plus loans 4:03 Future of Biden’s…
Insider Tips for the week of May 10, 2025
Does a college acceptance rate matter? – Students and parents often fixate on the admission rate for a college as an indicator of the school’s education quality. But does the admission rate really matter? Finding meaningful summer activities – Summer is a golden opportunity for students to contribute to the story of who they are, what they value,…
Federal Student Loan Collections Resume
For the first time since March 2020, the Department of Education will be collecting on defaulted student loans beginning on May 5, 2025. The office of Federal Student Aid (FSA) will encourage borrowers to begin making monthly payments, enroll in an income-driven repayment plan, or pursue loan rehabilitation. The FSA is also restarting…
Insider Tips for the week of April 5, 2025
Are summer programs worth it? – You are likely receiving marketing materials for summer programs from colleges and wondering, “Are these worth it?” and, “Will this increase our student’s chances of admission?” There are several benefits to summer programs, but certainly no guarantees. Let’s dig deeper into the pros and cons. How to find what you want…
The Top 10 Reasons I Love The University of Tennessee
With CIT Consultant, Anne Weber Having not traveled to Knoxville, TN in many years, I had no idea how this city and its crowning jewel, The University of Tennessee, has grown. UTK, as it’s commonly referred to, has become increasingly popular. And I can tell you, it’s warranted affection. After touring the school, here are…
Nothin’ But Net at Indiana University
With CIT Consultant, Anne Weber I’ve heard from many students, parents and peers that Indiana has a beautiful campus. And I believed them. But I have to admit, my first glimpse of Indiana made my jaw drop. This campus is unlike any I’ve seen before. IU’s flagship campus is in the college town of Bloomington,…
University of Kentucky: 3 Things I Knew I’d Find and 3 Things That Surprised Me At UK
With CIT Consultant, Anne Weber When I added the University of Kentucky to my month-long tour of flagship universities, I knew I’d find: A school strong in business, health sciences, education, engineering, and equine sciences A campus filled with Southern charm and traditions A school spirit that can rock the top of the basketball arena…
Does a College’s Acceptance Rate Matter?
Students and parents often fixate on the admission rate for a college as an indicator of the school’s education quality. But does the admission rate really matter? Over the past decade, the college admission process has evolved into a multifaceted and often perplexing journey. Families often seek a shortcut to identify a college or university…
What Summer Programs Can and Can’t Do for Prospective College Students
If you are a high school freshman, sophomore, or junior, it’s likely you are receiving marketing materials for summer programs from colleges. Parents ask us, “Are these worth it?” and, “Will this increase our student’s chances of admission?” There are several benefits to summer programs, but certainly no guarantees. Let’s dig deeper into the pros…
Insider Tips for the week of March 8, 2025
Understanding the college financial aid letter – College Inside Track’s Cozy Wittman was featured in the Journal of Financial Planning, discussing ways to create transparency for families in the college funding process and better understanding the college financial aid award letter. Cozy explains in detail the college financial aid award letter, tips after receiving it, elements of good…