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Should I File the FAFSA?

Should I File the FAFSA?

Lee Norwood
Published on: 01/10/2025

We will never qualify for need based aid! Or will we? Read more to see how to pay for college.

Paying For College
Trends in College Tuition: What Families Need to Know

Trends in College Tuition: What Families Need to Know

Marcy Cowan
Published on: 22/09/2025

College tuition is up 100%+ in the last 20 years… but net prices have actually gone down for many families.

Paying For College
Why College Planning Feels Overwhelming

Why College Planning Feels Overwhelming

Marcy Cowan
Published on: 21/09/2025

The college application process can feel overwhelming. Having an expert in your corner is always a good idea. Here are a few steps to take so that you feel confident as you move toward your next step in education.

College Admissions
Parent Brag Sheets for Counselor Recommendations

Parent Brag Sheets for Counselor Recommendations

Lee Norwood
Published on: 16/09/2025

A parent brag sheet is a document that parents complete to provide a college admissions counselor, teacher, or guidance counselor with a detailed overview of a student’s accomplishments, personality, and activities. It’s essentially a tool to help the adult supporting the student communicate the student’s strengths and achievements clearly.

Common App
The College Demographic Cliff 2025: What It Means for Students, Families, and Colleges

The College Demographic Cliff 2025: What It Means for Students, Families, and Colleges

Marcy Cowan
Published on: 15/09/2025

Discover how the U.S. college demographic cliff will impact enrollment, tuition, and student opportunities. Learn how families can navigate changing admissions trends and plan smarter with College Sharks’ expert guidance.

College Admissions
Misconceptions, Myths and Worries of Your Next Prospect Class

Misconceptions, Myths and Worries of Your Next Prospect Class

Lee Norwood
Published on: 20/08/2025

It's always good to get inside the mind of today's recruits, and in this episode, we do just that.

Podcast