Too many families are told, “Just apply for scholarships,” and then left to figure it out alone—while tuition climbs and student debt keeps stacking.

To kick off a new season of The Way to College Podcast, Dr. Jose Saldivar sits down with Jocelyn Pearson, founder of The Scholarship System, to break down what actually works when you’re trying to make college affordable—especially for families stuck in the “income gap” (not enough aid, not enough cash).

You’ll hear:

• How to “follow the money” when choosing schools (and why affordability starts before scholarships)

• A simple weekly routine (think: 2 hours/week) that keeps scholarship stress from taking over your life

• What to avoid with “easy” scholarships and inbox-filling traps

• How to build reusable materials (essays, stories, lists) so you’re not starting from scratch every time

• The biggest myths that derail parents and students—and the mindset shift that gets results

🎧 Listen now, and check the link to access The Scholarship System site and their resources:

https://thescholarshipsystem.com/waytocollege

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