Extra $25K in Scholarships & Grants with this Strategy
- Shelly Rufin
- May 29
- 3 min read

By Shelly Rufin, MSHS
Educational Consultant
Harvard Business School
EDFIN College Planning
Serving families for three-decades
Certified WASFAA, NASFAA, WASFAA, Title IV Funding
Dear Parents of High School Seniors & College Students,
Meet Heather Dodson a bright student facing the biggest challenge yet – the FAFSA application. With limited funds and a dream to attend college, our hero's journey begins.
Enter the College Maestro – our 33-year FAFSA and college consultant with EDFIN team are here to save the day!
With expert guidance and a personalized strategy, the College Maestro reveals hidden financial aid opportunities, perfects the application, negotiates with financial aid offices, and tailors strategies for each college.
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As a 33-year FAFSA pro, I [Shelly Rufin] College Maestro offer individualized and comprehensive financial aid appeal packages along with consultation services tailored to each student's unique needs and circumstances:
1) Comprehensive Appeal Package: $500 - Includes a thorough analysis of your financial situation, personalized appeal letter with multiple revisions, guidance on gathering supporting documentation, assistance navigating college-specific procedures, and unlimited communication support.
2) Individualized Consultation: 45-minute session for $399 - For students who prefer a more hands-on approach, I offer individual consultations to provide customized guidance, feedback, and support during the appeal process.
These comprehensive appeal packages and consultation services are designed to maximize your financial aid opportunities, secure additional funding for your college education, and address your unique circumstances and goals.
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