LifeLaunchr’s Blog Has Articles That Span College and Career
Our blog is read widely by parents, students, school counselors, and independent education consultants as a source of quality information and perspectives on college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, career planning, and essays.
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Artificial Intelligence | College Admissions | Freshman | Junior | Senior | Sophomore | University of California | Webinar
Filling Out the UC Application: What Families Need to Know for 2026–2027
The UC application opens August 1 and closes November 30. A full webinar replay and transcript covering the UC GPA, A-G requirements, coursework entry, majors and alternates, the PIQs, and UC’s AI policy
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College Admissions | College Application | Common Application | Freshman | Junior | Senior | Sophomore | Webinar
Filling Out the New Common App: What Families Need to Know for 2026–27
Master how to fill out the Common App 2026-27 with our expert tips and insights from the recent webinar.
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Questions Parents of Juniors (and Sophomores) Ask Me About College Admissions
Unlock the secrets to college admission with our answers to questions about college admissions parents ask in junior year.
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Career Planning | College Admissions | Freshman | Junior | Pre-Medicine | Senior | Sophomore | Webinar
What You Need to Know About Applying to Pre-Med Programs in College
Your guide to the pre-med path: what medical schools want, how to choose a major, and why college choice matters.
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Freshman | Junior | Senior | Sophomore | Summer Programs | Testing | University of California | Webinar
What Juniors (and Their Families) Need to Know About College Admission – 2026 Edition
Junior year is most important year of high school for college admissions. Focus on what truly matters and avoid common mistakes.
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Webinar: Filling Out the Cal State Application: What Students Need to Know
The California State University application is based entirely on a student’s voice, and it’s due soon. This webinar shows you how to fill it out accurately and strategically
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Free Webinar: Your Guide to Filling out the CSS/Profile
Some colleges require the CSS/Profile for financial aid. Learn how to fill out the form to maximize your financial aid awards.
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Free Webinar: Your Guide to Filling out the 2026-27 FAFSA
Comprehensive information on how to fill out the FAFSA to maximize your aid opportunities
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FREE WEBINAR: Filling Out the New CommonApp: What Families Need to Know for 2025–26
In this essential webinar, we’ll walk families through the new CommonApp interface and show you how to fill it out.
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What You Need to Know About Requesting a Letter of Recommendation for College
Unlock the secrets to obtaining a powerful letter of recommendation. Get tips on asking the right way and at the right time.
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Webinar: College Admissions 2025: What the Changes Mean for You
Get a clear-eyed, non-political briefing on college admissions 2025 for students of every income level, background, and academic interest.
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Webinar: 5 Expert Strategies to Stand Out In College Admissions
Join LifeLaunchr experts Venkates Swaminathan & Laura Schadler to learn 5 key steps for college admissions success, based on decades of experience
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College Admissions | College Application | Engineering | Freshman | Junior | Pre-Medicine | Senior | Sophomore | Summer Programs | Webinar
Webinar: Pathway to Publication: Elevate Your College Applications with Research
This webinar explains designed to guide highly qualified students through the rigorous process of academic research.
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Your Guide to Filling out the CSS/Profile: Webinar
The CSS/Profile is used to determine eligibility for aid. Learn how to fill out the CSS/Profile to maximize your aid opportunities.
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Your Guide to Filling out the FAFSA: Webinar
This presentation will show you how to fill out the federal government’s FAFSA form to maximize your aid opportunities.
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Webinar: Decoding Admissions Strategies: Early Decision, Early Action, & Beyond
LifeLaunchr’s webinar will help you gain insights into the benefits and drawbacks of ED, EA, and other college admissions strategies.
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College Admissions | College Selection | Freshman | Junior | Senior | Sophomore | Webinar
Webinar: College Research: The Not-So-Secret Key to Success in College Admissions
In this informative session, we’ll show you, with examples, why meticulous college research is essential to successful applications.
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Swami’s First-Hand Look: Georgia Tech
Thoughts after my recent visit to Georgia Tech, a public research university in Atlanta known for its emphasis on STEM fields.
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Questions You Should Ask on a Campus Tour
Campus tours are important in choosing your college. Here are questions you should be asking at a campus tour.
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Career Planning | College Admissions | College Application | Essay Writing | Freshman | Junior | Senior | Sophomore | Webinar
WEBINAR: Choose Your Major WISELY AND Craft a Compelling “Why Major” Essay
LifeLaunchr’s insightful webinar to help choose your major and create a compelling “Why Major” essay for college applications.
