Student Loans & Scholarships: What to Know in 2025
A quick look at the latest trends and tips for securing student loans and scholarships, brought to you by College Aid Desk.
Read moreAt College Aid Desk, we believe our strength lies in working closely with families and students to navigate the complexities of financial aid.
College Aid Desk was founded by a team passionate about making higher education accessible and affordable. We saw how overwhelming the financial aid process could be and set out to provide clear, honest, and effective guidance.
Our team is dedicated to supporting each family’s unique journey. We offer personalized advice, up-to-date resources, and ongoing support—because we know that every student’s path to college is different, and we’re here to help every step of the way.
We’re united by a shared commitment to helping families and students achieve their educational goals.

Leslie Alexander
Founder / Director of Financial Aid

Michael Foster
Co-Founder / Operations Lead

Dries Vincent
Director of Partnerships

Chelsea Hagon
Senior Financial Aid Advisor

Emma Dorsey
Student Success Specialist

Leonard Krasner
Family Outreach Coordinator

Blake Reid
Communications Associate

Kathryn Murphy
Director of Client Services

Whitney Francis
Scholarship Researcher

Jeffrey Webb
Application Specialist

Benjamin Russel
Financial Aid Advisor

Angela Fisher
Support Coordinator
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