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Published May 31, 2023

114 | Demystify College Admission & Aid | Brian Eufinger | Edison Prep

Brian Eufinger, co-founder of Edison Prep, demystifies the college admissions and financial aid process, offering strategies for effective SAT/ACT preparation, maximizing merit and need-based aid, and balancing academics with extracurricular activities to minimize student debt while accessing quality education.
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  • Merit Aid

    Understanding merit aid is crucial for students aiming to reduce college costs. emphasizes the importance of maintaining strong academic performance, as merit aid is often awarded based on grades and test scores 1. He advises students to start preparing for the SAT or ACT after their sophomore year, treating it with the same seriousness as a school subject 2.

    The Satact, whichever one you submit, is given the same weight as several semesters worth of semester grades.

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    This approach ensures students are competitive for merit-based scholarships, which can significantly offset tuition costs.

       

    Financial Aid

    Financial aid strategies can make higher education more accessible for families of limited means. highlights programs like the Emory Advantage Scholarship, which offers full tuition for students from families with lower adjusted gross incomes 3. He stresses the importance of early research and planning to identify schools with transparent need-based aid policies 4.

    If people start planning early, they can really turn the Titanic with enough of a runway.

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    This proactive approach can help students and parents navigate the financial aid landscape effectively.

       

    Cost Hacks

    Reducing college costs requires strategic planning and awareness of available resources. shares insights on how taking AP classes and achieving high test scores can lead to significant savings 5. He also discusses the potential for athletic scholarships, noting that even Division III schools may offer academic merit money to athletes 6.

    Saving 200K on college for your kids really will.

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    These strategies can be transformative, allowing families to avoid substantial student loan debt.

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