THE MINI GUIDE 

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The Mini Guide

The mini guide condenses our very detailed Big College Planning Guide for those who prefer the just the highlights.

THE MINI GUIDE

This step-by-step guide will provide information that will help you through this stressful process.  It offers specific guidelines to follow through every part of the application process and educational journey.

ACCESS

To tools that can assist you with critical steps of the college planning process, like example student resumes, information on how to prepare for an admissions interview, and tips for writing a killer college essay.

TIMELINE

A college planning timeline that keeps your education on track with specific tasks you need to complete and by when you need to complete it.

GUIDANCE

Step-by-step guidance on how to apply for financial aid using FAFSA, starting with applying for an FSAID.

RISLA PRODUCTS & SERVICES
COLLEGE PLANNING CENTER

Students and families can be overwhelmed with planning and how to pay for college.  We have experienced counselors that offer one on one assistance helping families understand all their options start to finish.

EDUCATION LOANS

We have been offering low cost, fix rate education loans for almost 30 years.  Helping students and families borrower responsibly to help achieve their higher education dreams.

REFINANCE

Refinancing may help you simplify and save when repaying student loans.  Combining outstanding balances, and securing a low interest rate with RISLA may reduce your overall repayment amount and possibly your monthly payment.

EMPLOYER REPAY

Employer Student Loan Repayment assistance is a tax-free benefit allowing employers to contribute towards the repayment of employee student loans.  This newest in-demand employee benefit helps reduce financial stress for employees while increasing retention and loyalty to employers.