--- title: College Planning Bootcamp - Winter 2025 description: Join our free College Success Bootcamp to learn strategies for optimizing admissions, maximizing financial aid, and reducing college costs in just two days. Register now! image: https://pages.collegeaidpro.com/hubfs/White%20Blue%20Illustrative%20Happy%20Graduation%20Mobile%20Video.png --- ![CAP-Horizontal-0078ba](https://pages.collegeaidpro.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Correct%20CAP%20Brand%20Logos/CAP-Horizontal-0078ba.png?width=200&height=28&name=CAP-Horizontal-0078ba.png "CAP-Horizontal-0078ba") # College Success Bootcamp: Save Time, Stress, and Money on College ### Feeling Overwhelmed by the College Planning Process? You found the right place.  Join us for our **FREE** College Planning Bootcamp where we’ll show you: - **Admissions strategies** you should be implementing right now. - How to **maximize scholarships** and grants, even if you’re not eligible for aid. - Which **specific colleges** will give your family the most money. Register Free ![young graduates students group standing in front of university building on graduation day-2](https://pages.collegeaidpro.com/hubfs/young%20graduates%20students%20group%20%20standing%20in%20front%20of%20university%20building%20on%20graduation%20day-2.jpeg "young graduates students group standing in front of university building on graduation day-2") In just two days, we’ll give you the exact strategies you need to save time and money, reduce stress, and ensure your teen is set up for college success — without the burden of student loans. --- ### **📣 Bootcamp Bonus Giveaway:** All registrants will receive our **'Top 25 Private Scholarships for Junior & Underclassmen'** --- ## Bootcamp Details Join us for one hour each day and gain actionable strategies to optimize your admissions process, maximize financial aid and scholarships, and confidently navigate the entire college planning journey. 🗓️ Date: February 26 & 27  🕰️ Time: 7PM ET ## Session Breakdown Join us for one hour each day and gain actionable strategies to optimize your admissions process, maximize financial aid and scholarships, and confidently navigate the entire college planning journey. ![Students at Graduation](https://pages.collegeaidpro.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Students%20at%20Graduation.png?width=1156&height=760&name=Students%20at%20Graduation.png "Students at Graduation") ### Session 1: Pay Less For College: Maximize Scholarships & Minimize Student Loans **✅ What college will offer you the most in scholarships✅ Maximize Grants for College✅ Think You’re Not Eligible? Learn how to get discounts anyway.✅ How to negotiate  appeal to college for more $$**   ![young graduates students group standing in front of university building on graduation day-1](https://pages.collegeaidpro.com/hs-fs/hubfs/young%20graduates%20students%20group%20%20standing%20in%20front%20of%20university%20building%20on%20graduation%20day-1.jpeg?width=700&height=467&name=young%20graduates%20students%20group%20%20standing%20in%20front%20of%20university%20building%20on%20graduation%20day-1.jpeg "young graduates students group standing in front of university building on graduation day-1") ### Session 2: Maximize Your College Application: Key Strategies for Acceptance ✅ What your student should be doing TODAY ✅ Step-by-step process for starting and building your college list ✅ How to match admissions and financial fits ✅ Getting ahead of the common app and essay   Register Now! ## Who Should Attend? Perfect for parents who want to save time, reduce stress, and navigate the college planning process with confidence and clarity. 👨‍👩‍👧 **Parents of High Schoolers Interested In Saving time, stress, and money in the college process.** 💰 **Families Looking to Maximize Financial Aid & Scholarships.** 😕 **Anyone Overwhelmed by College Planning.** 💸 **Parents Concerned About College Costs.** ## Who Should NOT Attend? If you've already got the college planning process covered, this bootcamp is designed for those looking for guidance and actionable steps. ✅ **Parents Who Already Have a College Plan in Place:**  🧐 **Families Who Want to Do All the Research Themselves.** 🏫 **Those Already Set on Which College to Attend.** 💵 **Families Who Aren’t Concerned About College Costs or Student Loans.** Register Now! ## Meet Your Experts Join us for one hour each day and gain actionable strategies to optimize your admissions process, maximize financial aid and scholarships, and confidently navigate the entire college planning journey. ![Matt Carpenter-1](https://pages.collegeaidpro.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Matt%20Carpenter-1.png?width=150&height=150&name=Matt%20Carpenter-1.png "Matt Carpenter-1") ### Matt Carpenter Matt began his college planning career in 2005 after realizing the mistakes he and his parents made with admissions and financial aid. As Co-founder of College Aid Pro, he helps families avoid these mistakes and find affordable college paths. Recognized as a leading authority in college funding, Matt has guided thousands of families. ![Peg](https://pages.collegeaidpro.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Peg.png?width=150&height=150&name=Peg.png "Peg") ![Brian Ford no backgroun](https://pages.collegeaidpro.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brian%20Ford%20no%20backgroun.png?width=150&height=150&name=Brian%20Ford%20no%20backgroun.png "Brian Ford no backgroun") ### Peg Keough Peg Keough is a college financial planner specializing in helping parents with college-bound high school kids. She guides families in creating a proactive, comprehensive college funding plan to maximize financial aid and discounts. With a background in financial planning and investments, along with personal experience, Peg is a recognized thought leader and speaker. She holds degrees from Cornell University and Indiana University. ### Brian Ford Brian is an expert in college admissions with experience at schools like Bryant University and Boston University, where he reviewed over 60,000 applications. He also served as Director of College Counseling at Austin Preparatory School, leading a major office overhaul. Brian holds a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Bryant University and a Master’s in Education from Boston University.   ![JP no background](https://pages.collegeaidpro.com/hs-fs/hubfs/JP%20no%20background.png?width=150&height=200&name=JP%20no%20background.png "JP no background") ### JP Schmidt J.P. is a former financial aid director at USC who traveled nationwide to help families navigate college costs. Since 2001, he has helped thousands secure more financial aid. J.P. also guides students in selecting the right colleges, developing a winning admissions strategy, and filing for scholarships. He stays connected with admissions personnel nationwide to provide holistic support for families.   Register Now! ## See what families are saying about their experience with us. Discover how we’ve helped families navigate the college journey with success.   ## Save Your Seat Today! Register Now! **Register for February 18 & 19 at 12 PM ET / 9 AM PT** **Register for February 26 & 27 at 7 PM ET / 4 PM PT** **Space is limited, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to save time, reduce stress, and eliminate student loans while maximizing your college planning.** ## More Questions? Reach out to our support team at anytime: support@collegeaidpro.com © 2026 College Aid Pro ![Logo](https://pages.collegeaidpro.com/hs-fs/hubfs/College%20Aid%20Pro%E2%84%A2.png?width=200&height=46&name=College%20Aid%20Pro%E2%84%A2.png "Logo")