No cash for college means the need for scholarships rises

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While the economy has been shrinking, college costs actually went up 6.5% last year.  What's wrong with this picture?  In one state, fees will increase by 40% next year as compared to last year.

The severity of the problem was featured in the San Luis Obispo County Tribune, a California newspaper, over the weekend, and the article is worth reading.

If a high school student wants to go to college, the family is going to have to find the money somewhere, or take a pass for now.  One of the most valid routes is available to talented athletes, and that's where the athletic scholarship comes in.

Most athletic scholarships (except football and basketball) are partial scholarships, and can cut education costs by thousands of dollars a year.  Combine this with other financial aid, and a college education is suddenly back in the affordable range.

Athletes-- we encourage you to use your God-given abilities on your road to college.  Excel in your sport, and take the initiative to get on college coaches' radar. 

Parents-- visit our home page and be sure to download the free videocast or podcast as an orientation to athletic scholarships.