Why do I need a college planner?
Just like a good accountant will save you money on your taxes, a good college planner will save you money on college costs.  There are ways to apply for financial aid that get you more free money and less loans.  With anything, it's better to know the rules before you play the game.

Why can't high school guidance counselors or the colleges help me?
While high school guidance counselors and colleges can be helpful, they will not fill out your aid forms, show you the best ways to arrange your family assets, or negotiate to help you get the best aid package. Remember, guidance counselors and college financial aid offices don't get paid to help you get the best college aid package.

How do I know if I will get any aid?
To qualify for aid, your expected family contribution (EFC) must be lower than the cost of the school. If a school costs $35,000 a year and your EFC is $25,000 a year, you're entitled to $10,000 in aid. As a general rule, if family income is $200,000 and below, you will probably qualify for some aid.

What about searching for scholarships?
While any extra money is helpful, understand that only a small percentage of aid, about 3%, comes from private scholarships.  We do have a few scholarship searches that we suggest, but we think your time is better served looking at the other 97% of aid.

How do I know if College Advisory Services is legitimate?
Our organization, as well as our partners, have helped thousands of families send their loved ones to college. Although we keep all of our clients' information confidential, we will be more than happy to provide you with a few references.