Can You Afford Your Dream School? (Ep. 6)
Is an expensive college really worth it? How can you tell if your child’s dream school is the right financial decision for your family? College is one of the biggest investments many families will ever make. Looking beyond rankings and campus life can help you choose a path that supports both your child’s future and your long-term financial goals.
In this episode, Brock Jolly, CFP®, talks about how parents can evaluate the true return on investment of a college education before choosing a school. He explains why the right college should be the right academic, social, geographic, and financial fit, how student loan debt can shape life after graduation, why finishing college in four years instead of the 5.4-year average can reduce costs, and how families can compare college costs, financial aid, merit scholarships, and future career opportunities before making one of the most important financial decisions they’ll face.
You’ll learn about:
- How to evaluate the return on investment of a college education before choosing a school
- How financial aid, merit scholarships, and in-state colleges can help reduce college costs
- Why student loan debt can affect career choices, retirement savings, and financial flexibility
- Why graduating in four years instead of the 5.4-year average can save both time and money
- How to balance your child’s dream school with your family’s long-term financial goals
- And more!
Connect with Brock Jolly:
- 703-424-2401
- Toll-Free: 800-969-2362
- Veritas Financial
- The College Funding Coach
- LinkedIn: Brock Jolly
Podcast: Play in new window | Download | Embed
