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If you’ve reviewed your financial aid offer letter and found a money gap… take a deep breath, you’re not stuck!

A lot of students don’t realize this, but you can actually appeal your financial aid offer.

Start by sharing your situation and expressing gratitude, then clearly explain the gap and what you need. It can make a bigger difference than you think.

✨ We broke it all down on our blog, How (and When) to Appeal Your Financial Aid Offer. Myredkite.com/blog

Earlier this month, we broke down how to read your financial aid offer.

Now it’s time to spot the money gap. Your money gap = what’s left after grants + scholarships.

👉 Swipe to calculate it in minutes
And if there is a gap? You still have options. We’ll show you what they are later this week.

Red Kite’s April Money Monday check-in:
What’s next in college costs 👇

You reviewed your financial aid offer, but that’s not the full picture.
There are a few key costs that show up next (and they come quickly).

Swipe to see what to plan for →

Taking 10 minutes now to map out what’s due in the next 30–60 days can help you stay one step ahead.

Part 1 of this grad blog series was about when funding happens.
In Part 2 we talk about how to actually ask for it.

Because not all opportunities are posted and sometimes the right question at the right time makes the difference.

✔️ What to say (and what to avoid)
✔️ When timing matters most
✔️ Simple email scripts you can use

→ Read Part 2: https://myredkite.com/blog/fellowship-timelines-and-funding-cycles-for-graduate-students-part-2/

Most grad school funding follows a pattern but it’s not always obvious. If you don’t know the timing, you could miss funding opportunities.

In part 1, we break down when funding actually happens so you don’t miss key windows.

And next up: how to ask about funding without feeling awkward (plus real email examples).

🔗 Read part 1: https://ow.ly/MEqe50YBYn4

Accepted to college? Don’t say yes just yet.

Make sure you understand what your financial aid offer really means before making a decision.

🔗 Read the blog: https://myredkite.com/blog/how-to-read-a-financial-aid-offer-letter/

🔴 Deadline Drop 🔴

April deadlines are here this week and May 1 is right behind them.

Every scholarship in this carousel is part of our April Scholarship Spotlight designed to help you focus on what’s due now.

See more scholarship details on Red Kite's April Scholarship Spotlight: https://myredkite.com/blog/red-kites-april-scholarship-spotlight/

Many students wait too long or aren’t sure how to ask for a recommendation letter.

Starting early, choosing the right person, and being prepared can make the process smoother and lead to stronger applications.

Parents, our latest blog breaks down how to help your student get ahead on recommendation letters before deadlines start stacking up. 👉 https://ow.ly/cgUi50YyM8V

Some grad school funding is hidden in plain sight.

Departments often manage travel grants, research support, and internal awards that many students don’t realize exist.

We broke down a few places grad students can look for overlooked funding.

📖 Read the blog: https://ow.ly/kiQZ50YvwwY