A little Valentine’s rhyme to nudge you toward that aid.

Need some help with the FAFSA? Visit Graniteedvance.org/help to give us a call, send us an email, or book an appointment!

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February is all about love — including self-love.

Treat yourself to the possibility of lower monthly payments by refinancing your student loans. Your wallet will love you for it.

Learn more or chat with our customer experience team at Graniteedvance.org/refi.

Subject to credit approval. Loans may be made by Granite Edvance or Bank of Lake Mills, Member FDIC.

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Searching for scholarships doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

Start with:
Your school counselor
Local organizations
Your employer/your parents’ employer
National sitesAnd us! Visit GraniteEdvance.org/GE-scholarship to learn more about our scholarship, and check out our YouTube playlist for more scholarship tips!
Scholarships 101

Ready to refinance your student loans but have questions?

We’re here to help! Join us for one of our LIVE webinars, held on either February 9 or March 9 from 5-5:30pm (EST), to learn more about the refinance loan application process and the documentation required to apply. We’ll be sure to save time for your questions as well. Reserve your spot today!
Subject to credit approval. Loans may be made by Granite Edvance or Bank of Lake Mills, Member FDIC.
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College reps aren’t there to judge you.

They’re there to talk.
A great opening line:
“Hi, I’m starting to explore colleges and wanted to learn more.”
That’s enough.
More on making a good impression (without stress) in our blog: https://graniteedvance.org/blog/college-fair-tips/
Practice + prep at our free college planning event – Destination College!
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Our 2025 Annual Impact Report is here, and wow, what a year it was!

We’re proud to share the stories of a year that included record investment in scholarships, expanded college-and-career services, and deeper partnerships across the state.
2025 Annual Impact Report

Level up your college game, Class of 2027.

Level up your college game, Class of 2027.
Registration is now open for Destination College!
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You don’t need to talk to every college rep in the room.

Try this instead:
• Pick a few schools you’re curious about
• Learn one new thing
• Take breaks when you need them
That’s a successful fair!
Looking for more tips? Read our blog: https://graniteedvance.org/blog/college-fair-tips/
Looking to attend one? Join our free college planning event, complete with a college fair – Destination College!
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Thanks Jessica! We’re glad we were able to help you out!

It’s not too late to file your FAFSA. If you need help, we’re here for you.
Give us a call, send us an email, or schedule a free appointment.
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The Granite Edvance Scholarship is open for the summer semester for two-year and trade school students!

Scholarships will be awarded in amounts of up to $1,500 in four categories. The Life Experience Scholarship is an opportunity to share what makes you uniquely you. Tell us about an experience, talent, or life moment that shaped who you are and prepared you to take the next step in your education journey. Scholarships are also available in other categories, including Academic Excellence, First Generation, and Leadership & Community Service.
To be eligible, you must be a NH resident enrolled in a two-year college or Title IV-eligible trade school for the summer of 2026. The application deadline is April 1, 2026.
Learn more & apply

You’re never too old to file the FAFSA!

FAFSA Myth: Busted.

You can check out all our FAFSA myths on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtdf6N01WeW56ZLO3sRTSVM3Nka3qEwF7

Have questions or need help with the FAFSA? We’re here for you! Check out https://graniteedvance.org/cover-the-cost/file-your-fafsa/. You can also give us a call, send us an email, or schedule an appointment.

 

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College fairs aren’t about having all the answers.

They’re about getting a taste of lots of options.
Think of it like a funnel: See many schools, notice what stands out, start narrowing things down.
Crowded rooms, free stuff, and lots of conversations—totally normal.
Want the full breakdown? Read our blog: https://graniteedvance.org/blog/college-fair-tips/
Looking to attend one? Join our free college planning event, complete with a college fair – Destination College!
Learn more & register

Award Advisor app helps families compare aid offers

Just as they’re nearing the finish line in their college-planning journey, many students and families face a complicated puzzle: comparing financial aid offers. We’re excited to share a new tool that can help simplify the process. Award Advisor™ is a free app that creates a standardized view of financial aid offers that students can compare side-by-side. Created by the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC), a fellow nonprofit, Award Advisor also displays nonprofit lending options for families who face a funding gap. As an Award Advisor Network Partner, Granite Edvance will be listed as a loan option in NH, and our EdvestinU lending options will be listed in 28 other states. Read more in our blog.
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MYTH: Only athletes get scholarships.

FACT: Only about 1.3% of athletes earn athletic scholarships.
But nearly 25% of undergrads receive academic scholarships!
Plus thousands more are available for leadership, art, community service, bilingual students, and more.
There’s one out there for YOU.
 
Don’t leave free money on the table. Watch the full scholarship playlist on YouTube!
Scholarships 101

Divorced parents? You can still fill out the FAFSA!

FAFSA Myth: Busted.

You can check out all our FAFSA myths on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtdf6N01WeW56ZLO3sRTSVM3Nka3qEwF7

Have questions or need help with the FAFSA? We’re here for you! Check out https://graniteedvance.org/cover-the-cost/file-your-fafsa/. You can also give us a call, send us an email, or schedule an appointment.

 

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It’s cold outside, but your budget doesn’t have to feel frozen.

Refinancing your student loans may lower your monthly payments, freeing up extra cash — perfect timing before tax season.

Learn more or chat with our customer experience team!

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Watch and learn!

Want to maximize your scholarship wins? Head to YouTube for the entire series!
Scholarships 101

Didn’t complete the FAFSA last year? That’s ok – you can still complete it this year!

FAFSA Myth: Busted.

You can check out all our FAFSA myths on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtdf6N01WeW56ZLO3sRTSVM3Nka3qEwF7

Have questions or need help with the FAFSA? We’re here for you! Check out https://graniteedvance.org/cover-the-cost/file-your-fafsa/. You can also give us a call, send us an email, or schedule an appointment.

 

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