Postsecondary Planning

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From Cost of Attendance and Student Aid Index to work study, loans and net price, Anatomy of an Award Letter breaks down each section so you can simplify conversations about affordability and support more confident college decisions.

Explore the real role of student loans in college planning and how counselors can help families move from fear to informed borrowing decisions.

We created our FAFSA Resource Hub to give students and families step-by-step guidance through the financial aid process, making college more affordable and achievable.

This glossary explains common acronyms and terms in the financial aid process. 

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Help students and families prepare for the FAFSA with a clear overview of what they need, how to complete the form, and what to do after submitting it.

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College affordability remains one of the biggest sources of confusion for students and families, and counselors are often the ones translating cost, aid, and value in real time. This session moves beyond basic FAFSA guidance to focus on affordability literacy: how students and families interpret cost, what they misunderstand, and how counselors can respond with clarity and confidence.

Help students and families prepare for, complete, and follow up on the FAFSA with this practical step-by-step checklist.

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This guide addresses the professional judgment/special circumstances appeal process and how to indicate on the FAFSA that a parent/guardian is unemployed. 

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Simple steps for students selected for the FAFSA verification process. 

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Looking for a quick, clear summary of the Pell Grant? This primer outlines who qualifies, how award amounts are determined, and what’s changing in the year ahead. It’s a great resource to reference during financial aid meetings or to share with students and families as they navigate the FAFSA.

Our 9-lesson guide is designed to help your students take charge of their college journey, one step at a time.

Help students compare affordability, academics, campus culture, support services, and outcomes with 12 practical tips for choosing a college that fits their goals, needs, and budget.

Supporting student mental health doesn’t always require a full counseling session. This quick-reference infographic shares simple, effective check-in strategies counselors can use in just a few minutes to help students feel seen, heard, and supported.

What kinds of pre-college summer opportunities exist for high school students, and what can students gain from participating in these on-campus experiences? What role do cost and affordability play? How do you support students in exploring, applying, and preparing to attend a pre-college summer program?

Join experts from Appily, College Greenlight, Carnegie Mellon University, and Smith College to explore these questions and more during this timely session focused on Pre-College Summer Programs for high school students.

College planning can be a major source of stress for students, but with the right support, it’s also a powerful opportunity for growth. This infographic offers practical, counselor-informed strategies to help students build resilience, manage stress, and navigate setbacks with confidence.

Connect students with an honest look at campus life with verified student reviews on Appily.

This quick guide gives you a clear snapshot of what the CSS Profile is, who needs it, and how families can prepare. It outlines the steps, required documents, and key deadlines so you can easily support students seeking institutional aid, especially at colleges that go beyond the FAFSA

Help students jumpstart their scholarship search with this quick overview of Appily’s national scholarship database. This flyer shows students how to explore billions of dollars in available awards—all in one place—and understand the effort and competition level for each opportunity.