The truthful alternative Parents and students are becoming increasingly concerned about the cost and long-term value of a college education. We understand that concern. Grove City is unique among colleges and universities in that we are committed to dealing truthfully in our pricing and scholarship offerings, avoiding the deceptive and harmful practice of tuition discounting. […]
Strategy 1: Asking Pointed Questions While there are many good questions to ask, there are often better questions to ask. First, rather than just relying on a college’s financial aid brochure or online financial aid calculator, set up an appointment with each college’s Office of Financial Aid. Second, instead of simply asking, “What scholarships can I […]
Standardized tests are an important part of the college admissions process. Not only are they important for general admission, but many colleges and universities use them for scholarship consideration. As you prepare to take these exams, here is some helpful information and tips to set you up for success. What standardized tests does […]
See below for a fun infographic of some suggested next-steps after you’ve received an acceptance letter! Created on venngage.com : Kate Mariani
One of the most exciting days of my Freshmen Welcome Week at Grove City College was when I received my laptop. That might sound crazy, but new technology always gets me excited! All freshman at Grove City receive a technology package that includes a laptop computer, a printer/scanner/copier combo, a backpack, a flash drive, and […]
Below is a post from Fall 2015, containing some thoughts on an increasingly important part of the college search process – financial aid. We hope this will help you identify some of the funds available to assist in paying for college. Please let us know if you have questions! What is financial aid? This […]
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Trying to find the right financial fit when looking for a college can seem sometimes like a jigsaw puzzle. Over the last few months, you have seen a number of entries here that filled in some parts of the puzzle at Grove City College. Today however, we are going to be looking at a big […]
For many college students, the answer to that question is “yes,” thanks in part to a now-standard practice that contributes to rising tuition bills and crushing student debt. The Wall Street Journal exposed this practice where colleges and universities in the United States have incorporated subsidies that pay for scholarships and discounts for some students […]
What is financial aid? This is a question that took me a long time to answer! When I was a junior and senior in high school, the phrase “financial aid” sounded like a foreign language. So what is it referring to exactly? Simply put, financial aid is money that can be used to pay for […]