College Financial Planning Services San Diego

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The Smarter Way to Afford College

Personalized Planning • Scholarship Strategy • Financial Clarity

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We provide tiered pricing so you can choose services appropriate for you and your student.

To assess your requirements, you may request a phone call with Bill Dutton for guidance on selecting a suitable program for your student.

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College Funding Solutions For San Diego

At College Funding Solutions San Diego, we go beyond college planning - we're here to educate, empower, and guide families through one of the most crucial investments in their lives. With over 30 years of experience and more than 200,000  satisfied clients nationwide, we make navigating college costs, admissions, and financial aid straightforward and successful. Our San Diego, CA, office, led by Regional Director Bill Dutton, specializes in delivering trusted, personalized support that ensures your family is fully prepared for this exciting journey. Don't worry any longer; start your consultation process today.

College Financial Planning Services San Diego
  • Career Profiling
  • Major Reccomendation
  • College Reccomendation
  • Course Reccomendation
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  •  SAT - ACT Prep
  • Personalized Learning Paths
  • Engaging Practice Tools
  • College & Career Alignment
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  • FAFSA Answer Key
  • (Free Application for Student Aid)
  • Financial Reward Letter Analysis & Appeal

College Funding Solutions San Diego

College Funding Solutions San Diego, an affiliate of College Funding Solutions, Inc. based in Salem, Oregon, has assisted more than 200,000 families with college cost savings over the past thirty years. The organization offers a comprehensive college preparation program that includes career and major recommendations, guidance on course and college selection, SAT-ACT preparation, FAFSA analysis, and an accurate FAFSA answer key. Their services include seeking financial aid and merit scholarships, as well as analysis and appeal of financial award letters.

Our process determines a family's Student Aid Index (SAI) and uses strategies to lower it, reducing the student's expected tuition cost. (In 2024 we averaged $30,000/yr. per student)*

Bill Dutton, a Financial Adviser and Fiduciary with almost 30 years of experience, helps families navigate college funding by advising on assets that impact FAFSA eligibility and recommending effective asset strategies. His services also address family financial planning, including retirement, long term care, and estate legacy.

Today's Most Comprehensive College Planning Resource ProgramPowered by eCollege Pro & College Funding Solutions, Inc. © All Rights Reserved

The eCollegePro ("ECP") Family Suite offers an affordable, straightforward college planning solution with practical guidance and clear steps. Drawing on over twenty years of experience, ECP provides families with proven strategies to navigate the college process, make informed decisions, and maximize educational value.

The ECP Program gives families unlimited access to essential resources, step-by-step guidelines, and a personalized web platform. It includes key procedures, techniques, and a month-by-month timeline-all designed to simplify and streamline college planning.

Building the Student's Resume'

  • How Best to Talk with Those in the Field
  • 24 x 7 Online Career Readiness Platform
  • Job Shadowing - How It Works Best
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Career Options

  • AP Classes - Guidance on Why and How
  • School & Community Activities
  • Summer Employment - More than a Job
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PSAT / SAT / ACT

  • Testing Dates & Registration Details
  • 24 x 7 Personalized Online Courses

College Search & Selection

  • Student Specific Online Matching
  • College Fairs - What to Look For?
  • Powerful Admission Applications
  • Methods of Choosing the Best School

Funding Procedures

  • 40-page Funding Strategy Report
  • CSS/Profile Line-by-Line Answer Sheet
  • FAFSA Line-by-Line Answer Sheet
  • Student Aid Report (SAR) Analysis
  • Award Letter Evals / Appeal Strategies
  • eCollegePro Advanced Consultation (Case-by-Case)

Personalized College Planning Consultations

Families who learn about every part of the college planning process tend to achieve better outcomes. ECP works with each student or family individually, offering tailored consultations as needed. This helps families focus on what matters, use their time wisely, and set themselves up for success. Personalized guidance is available at an hourly rate and may include:

  • Early Decision - Yes or No?
  • Impact of Private Sector Awards
  • Merit Aid vs. Need-Based Aid
  • What is the SAI? / What are Our SAI Options?
  • Evaluating / Appealing Award Letters
  • Pitfalls that Must be Avoided
  • Why You Can't Miss Crucial Deadlines
  • Colleges' Teaser Offers - What to Do?
  • Campus Visits - How to Set the Foundation
  • Identifying Your Best Educational Values

We provide tiered pricing so you can choose services appropriate for you and your student. To assess your requirements, you may request a phone call with Bill Dutton for guidance on selecting a suitable program for your student.

*Results may vary depending on the student's GPA, SAT, Community Activities, Talents and Interests.

Did You Know...

01. Financial Gaps Cause Many Dropouts

A shocking 42% of students drop out due to financial challenges. Our tools and expertise help families avoid these obstacles by positioning students for the funding they need from day one.

2. Scholarship Insights

Over 1.5 million scholarships are awarded every year, but many students don't apply simply because they're unaware of them. We guide families in securing scholarship opportunities and provide a free copy of our book, College Funding Made Easy—just reach out to us for your digital copy.

03. The FAFSA's Hidden Truth

The government's Expected Family Contribution (EFC) sets a price tag on every student. At College Funding Solutions, we help you understand and lower this figure, unlocking more financial aid opportunities to fund your education.

Ready to Take the Stress Out of Paying for College?

Get expert guidance, personalized funding strategies, and access to scholarships•starting with a free consultation. Schedule your appointment now and take the first step toward smarter college planning.



College Financial Planning Services San Diego

eCollegePro Suite: Access advanced financial planning tools, scholarship matching resources, and customized timelines to guide families through applications and funding strategies-all in one place.

Your Complete College Planning Toolkit

Your Complete College Planning ToolkitAt College Funding Solutions San Diego, we provide a suite of powerful tools to simplify and enhance your college planning experience:

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Naviance Test Prep: Give your student a competitive edge in SAT/ACT prep with tailored study plans, interactive lessons, and real-world practice exams that track progress and deliver results.

College Financial Planning Services San Diego

Naviance: Navigate college and career decisions with ease. This platform offers personalized college recommendations, career exploration tools, and academic planning to ensure every step aligns with your student's goals.

College Financial Planning Services San Diego

Dollars & Sense was developed 30 years ago by College Funding Solutions, Inc to have a method to analyze a family's financial situation to determine if a student would qualify for need based financial aid.  It also will identify assets and 529 College Savings Plans that could be counted against the student on the FAFSA hence decreasing their offers for aid. Bill as a Financial Advisor would then be able to advise the family on how to re-position those assets that would benefit the student FAFSA Profile, while still working as a productive asset. 

Together, these tools empower families to take control of the college journey, making it more manageable, strategic, and successful. Let us help you turn college dreams into reality!

See What Our Customers Are Saying

We would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you and your company for all of your professional services in obtaining college funding for our daughter.

- The Williams Family

Thanks for all you and your company have done to make our son's dream school come true!

- The Collette Family

Our entire family is very grateful for the guidance we received from CFS. There is no way we would have been able to complete this process without your help.

- The Campbell Family

Thank you, CFS, for helping our daughter with her college options. Your constant efforts really helped her get into the perfect college.

- The Turner Family

College Funding Solutions San Diego

Contact us today and discover how we can help make college an affordable reality for your family.

Phone: 858-212-9898 | FAX Phone: 858-434-6625 

Serving San Diego and Southern California

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  • Chula Vista
  • Coronado
  • Del Mar
  • El Cajon
  • Encinitas
  • Escondido
  • Imperial Beach
  • La Mesa
  • Lemon Grove
  • National City
  • Oceanside
  • Poway
  • San Diego
  • San Marcos
  • Santee
  • Solana Beach
  • Vista

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