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Department of Education Toolkit

Top 7 Tools to Help You & Your Families Navigate the Dept. of Ed Changes

The Department of Education’s recent policy updates are generating uncertainty for families navigating college admissions, financial aid, and planning. 

It is important to remember that your families are still in control over the outcomes despite any external changes and challenges. You are not alone in this process; we are here to help you!

The Dept. of ED Toolkit includes expert insights, practical strategies, and essential updates to help you stay informed and navigate this process with your clients. 

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Tool #1: Meet With an Ann-Marie!

💬 Talk with us and see how we can guide you and your families!

Schedule a time to meet with me!

Discover how CAP can provide support your students and families preparing for college.

By offering expert guidance and resources, we'll ensure that every step of the college planning process is navigated with confidence and clarity!

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Tool #2: 🎯 Have Your Families Create a Free MyCAP Account

✅ Easy & Efficient: 4 Steps, 1 Powerful Tool

🔢 Know their Student Aid Index (SAI) – Helping your students and their families figure out their SAI is the first step in understanding their financial aid eligibility.

🎓 The Truth About Scholarships – Provide your families with a tool that shows every scholarship they're eligible for at schools nationwide. 

🏫 Know How to Shop Smart – MyCAP instantly calculates exactly how much each college will actually cost your college-bound families. 

💰 1-minute Budget – Have your students and parents answer a handful of questions to see what their college budget is.

Good News this all can be done in one place- MyCAP!

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Tool #3: Stay Informed - Free Monthly Webinar Series

Monthly College Planning & Financial Aid Webinars

Share with your clients to help them keep up with the latest Department of Education updates, financial aid changes, and expert college planning strategies—all in one place, same day and time each month. Our free monthly webinar series allows you to stay ahead of key developments and ensure your families are making the best financial decisions for college.

📅 Live sessions every second Tuesday of the month at 7 PM ET
🎥 Can’t make it live? Register to receive the recording!

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📅 Single Registration for All Sessions

🎓 Expert Guidance in Financial Aid & Scholarships

📂 Access to Session Recordings and Resources

💡Step-by-Step Guide to College Planning

Tool #4: "College!" – The Podcast

Tune in for expert advice, insider tips, and real-world insights to guide families and counselors through the college planning journey.

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Navigating the ever-changing world of college planning—especially with ongoing Department of Education updates—can feel overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be! "College!" is your trusted source for expert insights, actionable strategies, and the latest financial aid and admissions news.

Whether you're a student, parent, or educator, tune in to stay informed, make confident decisions, and maximize every opportunity. Don’t miss a beat—stay up to date and take control of your college journey!

Tool #5: The Knowledge Vault – Supporting Articles & Deep Dives

Send your clients here to stay informed with in-depth articles and insights on the latest education policies and financial aid updates.

Tool #6: Student Loan Impact - What You Can Do Now

A major change from the Department of Education is impacting both student and parent loans. Federal parent loans are becoming less favorable (and may even be eliminated), which means many families will need to consider private student loans as an alternative.

If you expect to need a loan this Fall, take action now with Juno. We’re currently awaiting lenders to provide their rates and terms for the next school year, and we’ll soon share additional recommendations to help you secure the lowest possible student loan rate. Stay tuned for more details!

Join Juno's Student Loan Negotiation Group

Group Bargaining Power:

  • No Cost, No Commitment, No Credit Check: Signing up is straightforward and doesn't impact your credit.
  • Competitive Rates: Lenders compete to provide you with the most favorable terms available.

How It Works:

1. Sign Up All Year:
Register free by providing some basic information about yourself. This helps Juno grow their negotiating power by spreading the word to others.

2. May:
Juno initiates a bidding process.Using the collective power of our members, Juno compels lenders to compete for their group's business.

3. June:
Juno analyzes and compares the negotiated offers.
You receive the best offers tailored to your credit profile.There's no obligation to accept any offer.

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Tool #7: State of The Union Webinar Recording

🎥 State of the Union: Dept. of Ed Policy Changes

Contact Us:

✉️ support@collegeaidpro.com