In The News

Each member of My College Planning Team is engaged in the local and national spotlight, sharing their expertise and educating families. Here are a few of our favorite press links, articles, and interviews.

Are Outside Scholarships Worth the Trouble?

CollegiateParent

Should You Get an Emergency Student Loan?

U.S. News

Ideas for Finding Last-Minute College Aid

BestCompany

Counselors Can Assist Students & Families to Plan Ahead to Help Them Save Big on College

Link for Counselors

Should You Get an Emergency Student Loan?

U.S. News

Ideas for Finding Last-Minute College Aid

BestCompany

Counselors Can Assist Students & Families to Plan Ahead to Help Them Save Big on College

Link for Counselors

Having the “Right” Parent Sign the Application Could Mean Big Savings on Parent Plus Loans

Link for Counselors

Free Local College Financial Seminars Offered Throughout Year

Patch

What College Students Need to Know About Driving for Uber, Lyft

nerdwallet

Want a Great Holiday Gift for Your Grandkid? How About Helping Them Pay for College!

opploans

Parent’s Guide to the FAFSA and Federal Student Aid

Student Loan Hero

How Small Business Owners Can Save Big On College

Daily Herald

Ten Financial Aid Facts

SchoolCounselor.org

Seminars on Cutting College Costs Can Help Ease Stress for Parents, Teens

Outreach Magazine

A Local College Expert with a Big Network

Chicago Tribune

Free Event Focuses On Overscheduled Students May Hurt More Than Help

WJOL

7 Must-dos to Get Seniors Ready for College

College Covered

8 College Financial Aid Roadblocks & How to Avoid Them

Online Colleges

What to Know Before Helping to Pay for a Grandchild’s College

Forbes

Want to Help Your Grandchildren with College? Read This First

MarketWatch

How Small Business Owners Can Save on College Costs

Financial Poise

How To Help Your Grandkids Pay for College

bloomerboomer.com

Free College Seminar at Glenside Library on April 23rd & Grayslake on April 25th

Daily Herald

The Wintrust Business Lunch: Interview with Jack Schacht

WGN Radio

The 8 Best Ways To Save Money For Your Child’s Future

Woman’s Day

Ultimate Guide: How to Find and Secure Scholarships for College

U.S. News

25 Small Business Retirement Plan Tips from the Pros

FitSmallBusiness.com

Working Ahead in High School: How to Grab College Credits Early

Accredited Online Schools

How Physicians Can Stretch Their College Dollars

Medical Economics

15+ Extra Curricular Activities to Boost Your College Resume

Smart Social

Why Investors Must Start Early to Save for College

U.S. News

25 Entrepreneurs Share How They Use Blogging for Business

Rescue a CEO

What Parents Should Know Before Financial Aid Award Letters Arrive

College Covered

My College Planning Team Expanding to New Territories

Chicago Tribune

My College Planning Expands to Chicago

The Daily Herald

Key College Planning Dos and Don’ts

The Daily Herald

Expecting? The Do’s and Don’ts of Saving for College

Dreaming of Baby

How to Choose a College Without Visiting It

College Covered

Naperville Not Immune When It Comes to College Loan Debt

Chicago Tribune

Strategize with Your Child to Avoid Money Missteps at College

Newsday

Experts Give Advice on Making College More Affordable

The Herald News

8 College Financial Aid Roadblocks and How to Avoid Them

USA Today

Minimizing The Cost of Your Child’s Education

Expert Beacon

College Admissions Counselor, Weighing the Price

Financial Group

Where to Start the National Scholarship Search

Daily Parent

How to Score High on the ACT and Impress College Admissions 

Expert Beacon

8 Money Saving Tips for Frugal Students

Online College

Students Applying to More Schools Despite Continued Worries over Debt.

Good Call

Employers Don’t Prefer For-Profit Over Community College Graduates,  Reveals New Study

Good Call

How To Write A Killer College Application Essay

School Links

What Happens When A College Dies?

The Street

Grades Trump Test Scores, College Admissions Report Reveals

Good Call