Posts Tagged ‘college’
College 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…
Read MoreMythbusters: Merit Aid
Cozy Wittman of College Inside Track and Ann Garcia, the College Financial Lady, played Mythbusters about merit aid. Listen to the podcast episode to get the full scoop on who gets merit awards, where and why. Families just starting the college search process won’t want to miss Cozy’s detailed and engaging explanation of how merit…
Read MoreInsider Tips for the week of August 2, 2025
Big Beautiful Bill expands 529 Plans – The Big Beautiful Bill expanded the uses of 529 Plans and continues the policy trend of making them easier and more attractive to use. Check out all the new ways they can be used. Is college worth it? That’s the wrong question – Preston Cooper writes that instead of asking if…
Read MoreWhat 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…
Read MoreInsider Tips for the week of January 11, 2025
Change for small business owners – Add small business owners to the group of people impacted by recent college financial aid changes. Take a minute to read our latest article. Choices and options – a blueprint for college admission – Georgia Tech’s Rick Clark says the ideal situation is to have multiple offers of admission and financial aid packages from those…
Read MoreMajor changes to the college process in 2024
This past year has resulted in some of the most significant changes to the college planning process in decades. Admission trends have changed how colleges admit students, there are substantial changes to the FAFSA and college financial aid that may make college more expensive for middle class and affluent families, but also provide attractive…
Read MoreStudy International Business Internationally! With CIT Consultant Lessa Scherrer
Written by CIT Consultant Lessa Scherrer Businesses and, therefore, business majors are at the forefront of the globalization of our economy. This is why international business as a major is increasing in popularity. There are many strong international business programs in the US, but why not go to the heart of the matter and study…
Read MoreFirst-Year Trips Ease the Transition to College with CIT Consultant Anne Weber
Just before the school year starts, you’ll hear plenty of parents reassure their hesitant children, “Don’t worry, everyone is just as new as you are.” But let’s be honest, most people are still nervous about transitioning to a new school. Entering college is no different. That’s why many colleges and universities work hard to make…
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