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Parent PLUS Loan Exploitation
When families receive a financial aid package, it can feel like the path to college is finally clear. But too often, Parent PLUS Loans are presented as a simple way to close funding gaps without fully explaining the long-term costs. In this article, I unpack how these...
A Year of Milestones, Mentorship, and Momentum
Each year, First Generation College Bound brings its community together through moments that celebrate not only achievement, but possibility. In 2025, FGCB marked its 35th year by honoring new graduates, lifting up alumni journeys, and creating spaces where current...
The Misunderstood FAFSA
Written by Joe Fisher, CEO & Founder First Generation College Bound When I was a student-athlete, I didn’t know I qualified for financial aid beyond my scholarship. Too many students still misunderstand what the FAFSA does and doesn’t do. In my latest article, I...
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