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🎓💸 Scholarship stacking sounds great — until you find out some colleges don’t allow it. CIT’s Anne Weber explains what that means for your student’s financial aid strategy.

What is scholarship stacking? - College Inside Track Scholarship stacking refers to the ability to add up aid, grants, and scholarships from multiple sources. But not all colleges allow it.

The college process can feel overwhelming 😩, but it doesn’t have to. Cozy Wittman shares practical tips to help families approach the college search with confidence and find the right fit. It’s about helping your student find a place where they’ll truly thrive.➡️https://collegeinsidetrack.com/college-preparation-tips-and-tricks/

College Preparation Tips and Tricks - College Inside Track Cozy breaks down what families should focus on when navigating this new landscape. Her advice: build your college search around three essential areas of fit — social, academic, and financial.

💡How do you build a college list that’s just right — not too big, not too small, and aligned with your student’s goals? CIT’s Paige Feldman shares smart insights to help your family find the perfect college fit. 🌟
https://collegeinsidetrack.com/how-to-build-a-perfect-college-list/

How to build a perfect college list - College Inside Track Here’s our guide to building a perfect, tailored college list that calms your nerves and sets you on the path to success

🎥 Featured on WCCO! Choosing a college is one of the biggest financial and personal decisions families make. CIT’s Cozy Wittman joined WCCO to share how to approach the college decision with both heart ❤️ and strategy 💡“I would rather people think hard about that investment than go into this willy-nilly with hope as their strategy for paying,” Wittman said.
👉 Watch the full interview here: https://collegeinsidetrack.com/navigating-the-college-decision/

Navigating the College Decision - College Inside Track Featured on WCCO! College Inside Track shares how families can confidently navigate the college decision.

🎓⚽ Having a student who’s a prospective college athlete is such an exciting journey! 🌟It also means there’s more to consider when finding the right college fit. 💬💡College Inside Track’s Cozy Wittman — whose daughter played college athletics — shares what families should keep in mind.
https://collegeinsidetrack.com/prospective-college-athletes/

8 things to consider for prospective college athletes - College Inside Track Having a prospective college athlete is an exciting opportunity that also expands what you need to consider when finding the right college

🎓 High school success doesn’t always seamlessly translate to college, and understanding the root causes behind your student’s struggles is the first step toward helping them thrive. ✨Learn more from CIT’s Paige Feldman 📘➡️
https://collegeinsidetrack.com/high-school-success-doesnt-always-translate-to-college/

Why High School Success Doesn’t Always Translate to College - College Inside Track High school success doesn’t always translate to college. Understanding the root causes is the first step toward helping your student thrive

The OBBBA has overhauled how students and parents borrow for college 🎓Check out our summary of the new student loan borrowing limit changes! 📘

Student Loan Borrowing Limit Changes from the Big Beautiful Bill - College Inside Track The Big Beautiful Bill overhauled ways families borrow for college; here is a summary of the many student loan borrowing limit changes

💥The OBBBA expanded the uses of 529 Plans and continues the policy trend of making them easier and more attractive to use. 🔍Check out all the new ways they can be used. ✨🎓

Big Beautiful Bill expands 529 Plans - College Inside Track The Big Beautiful Bill expanded the uses of 529 Plans and continues the policy trend of making them easier and more attractive to use.

🎓College Inside Track’s own Chris Wills was featured on WCCO’s Talking Points with Esme Murphy, discussing the changing rules with student loans.📺 Watch the segment and get tips on navigating the new landscape ➡️

Navigating Student Loan Changes - College Inside Track College Inside Track's Chris Wills was featured on WCCO Talking Points with Esme Murphy discussing the changing rules with student loans

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville has so much to love! 🍊🏫 From the vibrant Ped Walk and stadium in the heart of campus to the growing business and nursing programs, UTK blends energy, academics, and school spirit. Add in Smokey the hound 🐶, river views, active student life, and a strong value for out-of-state students, and it's easy to see why UTK is a top pick!

The Top 10 Reasons I Love The University of Tennessee - College Inside Track Having not traveled to Knoxville, TN in many years, I had no idea how this city and its crowning jewel, The University of Tennessee, has grown. UTK, as it's commonly referred to, has become increasingly popular. And I can tell you, it’s warranted affection.

🏀 Nothin’ But Net at Indiana University !🏀
Jaw = dropped at Indiana University🏛️ The limestone buildings, creek, and trails make this campus seriously stunning—even on a cloudy day!
IU brings the full experience: top programs (Kelley Biz, Jacobs Music 🎶, Luddy Tech 💻), a fun college town, and game days that bring the Hoosier hype!

Nothin’ But Net at Indiana University - College Inside Track IU’s flagship campus is in the college town of Bloomington, Indiana, just 2 hours south of Chicago. The cohesive campus is made up of over 100 buildings, mostly limestone, some dating from the 1800’s and others designed by famous architects like I.M. Pei.

The University of Kentucky stands out for its strong programs in business, health sciences, engineering, education, and equine science—all with plenty of Southern charm and school spirit. 💙🐾With major campus upgrades, Exploratory Studies for undecided freshmen, and two hospitals offering hands-on experience, UK offers a lot to love. It has a high acceptance rate, and while most students are from Kentucky, it’s still very accessible for out-of-state students.

University of Kentucky: 3 Things I Knew I’d Find and 3 Things That Surprised Me At UK - College Inside Track UK has a high admit rate, though 65% of students do hail from Kentucky, making out-of-state a touch more competitive, but still accessible. For a student looking for access to a variety of programs, a warm climate (both weather and social), a very strong school spirit, and one located in a city, UK....