RISLA COLLEGE PLANNING CENTER

Rhode Island's free resource for in-person college planning & financial aid guidance. A free service of RISLA | Rhode Island Student Loan Authority.

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"chat... do i really need to fill out the FAFSA???"

short answer: YES. 👀

So before you decide to skip it… make sure you know what you could be missing. 👻

Have FAFSA questions? The RISLA College Planning Center can help you figure out what applies to your situation.

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🚨 FAFSA IS OPEN! 🚨

The 2027–28 FAFSA is officially available, which means it’s time to get this important piece of the college financial aid puzzle started. 🎓💸

📲 Save this post + start your FAFSA at https://t.co/JNR71U629B

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POV: Your professor says “check with the registrar” on the first day and you’re just sitting there like… 🫪

Save this mini dictionary for when college-speak starts flying around, and don’t be afraid to ask your professors, advisors or other campus staff what something means.

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consider this your sign to bring up the FAFSA in the family group chat💬

Have questions? Ask us! We can provide personalized guidance based on your situation!

Save this for when the FAFSA conversation inevitably hits the family group chat 👀

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If you’re asking for a recommendation, a transcript, or other application materials, don’t wait until the deadline is breathing down your neck.

Know your deadlines, ask early, and find out what your counselor needs from you.

#CollegePlanning #CollegeApplications #CollegePrep

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FAFSA has its own vocabulary, and understanding the terminology can make the process feel a whole lot less confusing.

🔖 Save this carousel for when FAFSA time rolls around... and if you have questions about how these terms apply to your situation, ask us!

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Your school portal is basically the control center

If you’re an incoming freshman, make checking your portal part of your routine now.

Save this list for your next portal deep dive! 📱

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💻🎓 Four days. One screen. Lots of college planning.

From applications to admissions to figuring out how you’re going to pay for it all, we’re covering the big stuff in one virtual week. Register today at https://t.co/ZB1819wSba

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be honest… how many squares are you checking? 👀

And if you’re looking at this board thinking “I haven’t done ANY of this yet” - you’re okay. Where you should start depends on your grade, goals and timeline. We can help you along the way - https://t.co/pyxa7JMUrU 💬

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Every family’s situation is different, so sometimes a quick Google search doesn’t quite cut it.

That’s where we come in. You can ask us your FAFSA questions and get personalized guidance based on your family’s unique situation - 🔗 https://t.co/BQnfuSiElk

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College planning is a lot more than picking a school 👀

And you don’t need to show up with an organized list of questions. Sometimes “I have no idea what I’m doing” is a good place to start.

We provide personalized support to help you figure out your next step. 💬

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FAFSA season can feel like a lot...

but you don’t have to wait until you’re filling it out to get organized. 👀

A little prep now can make the process feel much more manageable later.
Save this list, send it to your parent/contributor, and start checking things off. ✅

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Here's the unofficial rules of being a college student 😅

Save this for your first week and consider it your unofficial “things I wish someone told me” guide. 📚

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💻 Your college planning tab is officially open.

Kick Off to College Week is happening virtually, with four afternoons of sessions designed to help you navigate the college process.

Register today at https://t.co/jB7izgYuBJ

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Starting your Common App? Read this first 👇

The good news? All of these are 100% avoidable.
Starting early gives you time to:
✔️ review your work
✔️ catch mistakes
✔️ actually feel confident hitting submit

Take your time, double check everything, and don’t rush the process.

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Before school starts and everything gets chaotic again… here’s your sign to get a few things done now 👀

Start small, stay consistent, and don’t wait until October panic mode 😅

Need help figuring out where to start (or what actually matters)? Book a free appointment with us!

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The Common App is officially OPEN for the class of 2027… and no, you don’t need to have your entire life figured out to start 😅

Start small. Keep it simple. You’ll build momentum as you go.

Book a free meeting with a CPC advisor and get real help, real answers.✔️

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Your summer job, internship, volunteering… even just figuring out your schedule?

You’re building real-life skills that colleges (and future employers) actually care about, even if it doesn’t feel like it in the moment.

So no, you’re not “doing nothing” this summer 😌

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Not all college deadlines are the same...

and knowing the difference can make a big impact on your application strategy.

The right choice depends on your goals, readiness, and financial plan.

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Join us for Coffee Talk and sit down with a CPC advisor to get your questions answered - no stress, no pressure, just helpful guidance (and coffee, of course).

📍 Cafe International on Oaklawn Ave, Cranston