COLLEGE!
COLLEGE!
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The Ultimate College Planning Podcast – What if we told you that when paying for college you don't have to lose your mind or your wallet?
College! is a must-listen podcast for students, families, and educators looking to navigate the complex world of financial aid, scholarships, student loans, and smart college planning—without the stress. Join Matt Carpenter, Co-Founder of CAP, and Peg Keough, Director of Education, as they deliver expert advice, insider tips, and the latest updates to help you navigate the college planning process.
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The show focuses on the intricacies of college funding, financial aid strategies, and educational policy impacts, with episodes discussing current issues like student loan repayment, FAFSA changes, and family planning tactics to manage college expenses effectively.
Let’s give the college planning game an Ol’ College Try—together. New episodes every Thursday at 12PM ET.
Ol’ College Try is your go-to podcast for students, families, and educators ready to tackle the college planning process with confidence. Hosted by Matt Carpenter, Co-Founder of College Aid Pro, and Peg Keough, Director of Education, each episode breaks down the ins and outs of financial aid, scholarships, student loans, and smart college planning—without the overwhelm.
💡 Get expert insights, insider strategies, and the latest updates to make college more affordable and less stressful.
Most families assume colleges look at their current income when determining financial aid.
They don’t.
In this episode, Matt and Peg break down the “prior-prior year” rule—one of the most important (and misunderstood) concepts in college financial aid. Colleges actually use income from two years earlier, meaning the financial decisions you make today could determine how much aid your student receives in the future.
They explain why the base income year is so important, how it can impact financial aid eligibility for all four years of college, and what families can still do depending on where their student is in high school.
You’ll also learn practical strategies families often overlook—from retirement contributions to asset timing—and why planning early can open the door to thousands of dollars in potential aid.
Plus, Matt and Peg discuss one of the biggest mistakes families make during the college search: falling in love with schools before understanding what they’ll actually cost.
Whether your student is a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior, this episode will help you understand what matters, what you can control, and how to start planning smarter.Connect with Us! Website: https://collegeaidpro.com/Create a FREE MyCAP Account: https://hubs.li/Q03PTJ_x0Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegeaidpro/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/college-aid-pro/ Email: [email protected] PLUS Get 15% OFF site wide with coupon code COLLEGETRY15 💸
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