262: Getting Money for College: FAFSA, Scholarships, & Scams Explained with Dr. Shaan Patel
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In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Dr. Shaan Patel, the Founder & CEO of Prep Expert, a company that has helped more than 100,000 students improve their SAT and ACT scores, get into top colleges, and win over $100 million in scholarships. They discuss how students and families can make college more affordable through scholarships and financial aid.
They also talk about:- Why this October's FAFSA opening is such a big deal (the first time in three years it's been on time)
- How to avoid common scholarship scams, and the proven strategies students can use to maximize their chances of winning scholarships.
- The dos and don'ts of filling out the FAFSA and why applying early makes all the difference.
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