College Admissions Starter Bundle

College Budget Planning Workbook
Build a realistic four-year college budget before you start your search. This workbook helps families calculate what they can afford, estimate aid, and avoid heartbreaking “dream school” disasters later on.
Using Net Price Calculators
Stop relying on sticker prices. This guide walks you through how to find and use Net Price Calculators to get real, customized cost estimates for any school—plus a comparison tool to spot red flags and great deals.
Using the Common Data Set
What do colleges really care about when reviewing applications? This guide shows you how to use publicly available data to see what schools prioritize in admissions, how your teen compares, and what kind of financial aid is actually awarded.
College Admissions Timeline and FAQ
A clear, year-by-year roadmap from freshman to senior year with answers to the most common parent questions—so you can stop guessing and start planning with confidence.
Hidden Senior Year Costs
From prom to dorm supplies, senior year is packed with unexpected expenses. This one-pager helps you plan ahead and avoid surprise costs that can add up fast.
College Admissions Glossary
No more Googling acronyms. This simple glossary explains 40+ key terms every parent needs to know, from FAFSA to superscoring—so you can speak the admissions language without confusion.