What Sophomore Families Should Be Doing Right Now to Save on College
By the time junior year rolls around, many families realize they’re behind in the college process. But if you’re the parent of a high school sophomore, you’re in the perfect position to get ahead—and save tens of thousands in the process.
Sophomore year is when you should:
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Run your Student Aid Index (SAI) to see how much you’ll be expected to pay
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Start learning how the FAFSA and CSS Profile work
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Explore college net cost differences before your student builds a list
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Avoid financial moves that will increase your SAI next year
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Begin narrowing in on schools where your student will be in the top third of applicants
This is also a key year to have conversations about major, career direction, and school type. The goal isn’t just getting accepted—it’s fitting in, getting in, and getting paid.
At Diversified College Planning, we help sophomore families avoid the trap of waiting too long. By starting now, you’ll have a much clearer picture of what to expect, and you’ll unlock more aid, more options, and less stress in junior and senior year.
Contact Us Today:
Let’s build your student’s college strategy—before the deadlines start flying.
📞 Call us at 770-662-8510
📅 Schedule a free consultation: Book with Mike
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