The 20-School Strategy: Why applying to more colleges is the secret to saving $50k+

The FAFSA changed the game by letting you list up to 20 schools at once. Why would they do that? Because they know the market is shifting.

When you apply to 20 schools: specifically targeting those with robust merit aid programs: you aren’t just looking for an education; you’re gathering leverage. Applying to 20 schools is like running a massive A/B test on your own financial future

BlogNaphtali BryantApril 27, 2026Financial aid, Student loans