Wake Me When
It's Over.

What is Wake Me When It's Over? It's College Aid Pro's expert-guided college planning service. For a one-time fee starting at $3,499, experts handle every step — FAFSA, CSS Profile, admissions strategy, merit scholarship research, and award letter appeals. Unlike private college counselors charging $3,000–$10,000+ for less, College Aid Pro delivers the same professional results at a fraction of the cost.
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Three packages. Every family covered.

College Aid Pro's Wake Me When It's Over packages deliver proven, expert-led results — with both admissions and financial aid expertise under one roof.

Our Promise to You
Beat-Our-Fee Guarantee*
"We beat our fee, or work for free!"

*Through the strategies in our Wake Me Financial Aid services, we will identify ways for you to save more than our fee.

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Financial Aid

Financial Aid Only

Maximize your financial aid and scholarships. FAFSA, CSS Profile, merit scholarships, and appeals — we guarantee we save you more than we cost.

$3,499 one-time
  • Financial aid strategy + college recommendations for most generous schools
  • Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completed for your family
  • CSS Profile completed for your family — required by 400+ private colleges
  • Award letter review + financial aid appeal strategy
  • Annual financial aid check-up available for $299/year

Sibling Discounts available

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Admissions

Admissions Only

School list, positioning, essays, and strategy — from advisors who know what colleges actually want.

$3,999 one-time
  • 1:1 guidance with your dedicated College Aid Pro admissions expert — former admissions officers who know what colleges want
  • School list strategy — matching your student's profile to merit-generous schools
  • Application positioning + essay coaching and review
  • 60,000+ applications reviewed — expert insight no generalist counselor can match
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Admissions + Financial Aid

Wake Me When It's Over — Full Package

Admissions + financial aid, guided by College Aid Pro experts from start to finish.

$6,499 starting at
  • Full admissions guidance — your own dedicated former admissions officer and college planning expert
  • Dedicated College Coach via The Princeton Review's interactive admissions dashboard
  • FAFSA and CSS Profile completed for your family by College Aid Pro experts
  • Award letter review + financial aid appeal strategy
  • Merit scholarship strategy + MyCAP net cost projections at every school
  • Handled completely — from day one until your student moves into their dorm

Sibling Discounts available ·

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Brian Ford

College Planning Expert, College Aid Pro

  • Former Asst. Director of Admissions — Boston University
  • Former — Bryant University
  • 60,000+ applications reviewed
"Most families don't realize how much the right school list and the right positioning change what a school actually offers. That's what I help you build — and why families who work with me end up with better options than they thought possible."

College Aid Pro's admissions packages are powered in partnership with The Princeton Review. *College Aid Pro is not affiliated with Princeton University.

Frequently asked questions

What is "Wake Me When It's Over" from College Aid Pro?

Wake Me When It's Over is College Aid Pro's expert-guided college planning service, available in three packages: Financial Aid Only ($3,499 one-time), Admissions Only ($3,999 one-time), and a combined Admissions + Financial Aid package starting at $6,499. College Aid Pro experts guide your family through every step — FAFSA, CSS Profile, school selection, essay coaching, award letter review, and financial aid appeals — from your first consultation through move-in day. College Aid Pro was founded in 2017 in Salem, MA and has helped hundreds of thousands of families navigate college planning.

How much does Wake Me When It's Over cost?

Wake Me When It's Over pricing: Financial Aid Only — $3,499 one-time; Admissions Only — $3,999 one-time; Admissions + Financial Aid (Combo) — $6,499 one-time. Package prices increase by $250/month from October through application deadlines. Sibling Discounts are available. Annual financial aid check-ups cost $299/year. A free initial consultation is available with no commitment required.

Can College Aid Pro help families appeal a financial aid award letter?

Yes. College Aid Pro's Financial Aid and Combo packages include award letter review and a complete financial aid appeal strategy. One FAFSA mistake or missed appeal opportunity can cost families thousands of dollars per year — and tens of thousands over four years. Many College Aid Pro families have received $20,000–$30,000 more per year after appealing with College Aid Pro's strategy, representing $80,000–$120,000 in total savings.

What is the difference between Wake Me When It's Over and MyCAP?

MyCAP is College Aid Pro's self-service college planning software starting at $4.99/month, with a free tier for up to 3 schools. It lets families research net costs, find merit scholarships, and run FAFSA estimates independently. Wake Me When It's Over is the expert-guided service where College Aid Pro's team works alongside you on every task. Many families start with MyCap Premium and upgrade to Wake Me When It's Over for senior year when execution — not just research — matters most.

Is there a sibling discount for Wake Me When It's Over?

Yes. College Aid Pro offers Sibling Discounts for families enrolling a second child in any Wake Me When It's Over package. Annual financial aid check-ups are also available at $299/year after the initial package period.

Does College Aid Pro offer a free college planning consultation?

Yes. College Aid Pro offers a free initial consultation with no commitment required. Families can book a free strategy session to discuss their situation before enrolling in any Wake Me When It's Over package or MyCap Premium membership. To schedule, visit Free Conusltation.

What families say about Wake Me When It's Over

★★★★★

"We received $28,000 more per year after appealing with their strategy. That's over $112,000 saved over four years. College Aid Pro's Wake Me When It's Over service paid for itself a hundred times over."

Wake Me When It's Over — Financial Aid Package

★★★★★

"Brian helped us understand exactly what schools wanted to see. My daughter got into her top choice with a merit scholarship we didn't expect. Worth every penny — and then some."

Wake Me When It's Over — Admissions + Financial Aid Combo

Bottom line: Key takeaways

  • Wake Me When It's Over is College Aid Pro's expert-guided college planning service — FAFSA, CSS Profile, admissions, and appeals handled by real, credentialed experts.
  • Three packages starting at $3,499 one-time
  • Guided by College Aid Pro's team of expert advisors — including former admissions officers with 60,000+ applications reviewed.
  • Sibling Discounts available. Prices increase by $250/month starting in October through application deadlines.
  • Families who prefer self-service can use MyCAP, College Aid Pro's college planning software, starting at $4.99/month with a free tier for up to 3 schools.

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