GradGuard

Starting college is overwhelming and full of new opportunities. New places, new friends, new classes, it’s all so exciting, but it also comes with a huge learning curve. 📚

Freshman year is all about growth, both personal and academic, and making mistakes is part of the whole process. Being aware of these common challenges and taking small steps to avoid them can help you build a strong foundation for your college experience and the rest of your life. 🌱

Click the link below to see some of the most common freshman year mistakes and how you can avoid them! ❤️‍🩹

https://gradguard.com/blog/freshman-year-mistakes-everyone-makes-and-how-to-avoid-them?utm_source=organic_social&utm_medium=meta&utm_content=blog&tracking_codes=blog

Your student's first night in their dorm is a big deal! 💚

Remind them to pack these items in their "first night" bag! 🧳

Recently, our CEO met with College Ready to speak on his experience with being the parent of a college student! 🫂

Having a child begin college can bring up a lot of new emotions. And, being so far away from your child for the first time definitely isn't easy. ❤️‍🩹

In this podcast, John Fees and podcast host, Shellee Howard, discuss parenting in this new phase of life and ensuring your student is protected from life's surprises while they're away at university. Click the link below to listen to the podcast! ⬇️

https://youtu.be/X9JCS116Zvs?si=n0qoL-nO0GFZBVyM

Starting college move-in season strong 💚💐

We're proud to share that GradGuard has been named to the Inc. 5000, Inc. Magazine's annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. Our first time making the list! 🎉🎓

Ranking No. 2331, with 144% growth over the past three years, this recognition reflects the trust of the more than 700 colleges and universities we partner with nationwide, and the confidence families place in us to help protect their investment in higher education.

"Being named to the Inc. 5000 is a credit to the trust that colleges, universities, and families have placed in GradGuard over the years," said John Fees, co-founder and CEO. "This growth has been driven by the same mission that has guided us from day one: helping schools educate and protect students and their families' investment in college education."

We'd like to say a big "thank you" to our partner schools, our team, and the families who trust us every day. 💚

We're here when you need us most! 💚

With an attentive, fast, and detail-oriented member experience team being just a phone call away, we're ready to help answer whatever questions you may have. Thanks for the review, Aniyah! 🙌

College dorm life is likely the first time you'll realize movies have been lying to you. 🫣

Don’t expect spotless rooms, immediate best friends, and never-ending parties. 💥

The surprises may become your most cherished memories. If you know what to expect before move-in day, you'll not only feel at home quicker but also avoid typical dorm grievances and enjoy your freshman year. Click the link below to learn about what college dorm life is actually like! 🙌

https://gradguard.com/blog/expectations-vs-reality-of-college-dorm-life?utm_source=organic_social&utm_medium=meta&utm_content=blog&tracking_codes=blog

We're crunching the numbers... 🧐

A day well spent giving back. 💙

Our GradGuard team recently volunteered with Feed My Starving Children - Tempe, working together to pack 123 boxes and 26,568 meals, enough to provide 72 children with a daily meal for an entire year!

Together, those meals represent $7,704.72 in impact, and we’re so grateful for the opportunity to roll up our sleeves, work as a team, and support children around the world.

Small actions can add up to something meaningful, and we’re proud to be part of it. 🌎🥣