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Six Tips to Help You Cut the Cost of College by Tens of Thousands

College Admissions, College Selection, Financial Aid, Freshman, Junior, Scholarships, Senior, Sophomore

While the benefits of a college education outweigh the costs by a lot, the cost is daunting. Here are six tips on how you can cut the cost of college by tens of thousands of dollars.

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The Importance of the Career Center in Choosing Colleges

Career Planning, College Admissions, College Selection, Junior, Senior

Career centers on campus are an under-utilized resource. They can make the difference between an education that pays off vs. one that doesn't.

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Why Finding a Great Fit College Matters

College Admissions, College Selection, Financial Aid, Freshman, Junior, Scholarships, Senior, Sophomore

College admissions isn't just about getting in, it's about finishing and thriving in life. That's why it matters that you find a great fit college.

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Take a College Virtual Tour and Save Money and Time

College Admissions, College Selection, Freshman, Junior, LifeLaunchr, Senior, Sophomore

Visiting colleges can be expensive. Between airfare or gas, hotel rooms, rental cars, parking and food, you could end up spending thousands of dollars. So before you fly, travel in the virtual world. College virtual tours can be a great way to screen colleges and find your fit.

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Concerned About the Coalition Application? Five Things You Need to Know as a Parent or Student

Coalition Application, College Admissions, College Selection, Essay Writing, Freshman, Junior, Senior, Sophomore

The Coalition Application is one of the biggest changes in the college application process this year. Here's what it means for you.

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13 Insider Tips From College Admissions Counselors

College Admissions, College Application, College Selection, Financial Aid, Junior, Scholarships, Senior

College is a consequential decision, and the admissions process can be complex and stressful. To give families a head start, we at LifeLaunchr compiled this selection of insider tips from college admissions counselors in the country – people who have helped thousands of students find and get into great-fit schools.

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Five Things Teens and Parents Should Know about College Admissions: Part 4

College Admissions, College Selection, Freshman, Junior, Scholarships, Senior, Sophomore

Parents I speak to often ask "What's the best university to study engineering?" or "Where is the best place for my daughter to study biomedicine?" There are many ways to answer this question. The answer I always give is: "It depends on your child." I tell them to focus on fit, not rank.

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Five Things Teens and Parents Should Know about College Admissions: Part 3

College Admissions, College Selection, Engineering, Freshman, Junior, Liberal Arts, Pre-Medicine, Scholarships, Senior, Sophomore

For teens starting out in life after high school, or parents helping them, remember: your first gig after college doesn't have to be your final "true passion," but it does have to pay the bills so you can keep searching. So find a way to balance pragmatism and passion in your choice of college and major.

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Five Things Teens and Parents Should Know About College Admissions: Part 1

College Admissions, College Selection, Freshman, Junior, Senior, Sophomore

Fewer than 50% of college-bound students graduate within six years, according to the U.S. Department of Educations’ College Scorecard. A mentor can help students develop a deeper sense of their personal needs and goals; develop a sense of possibility; and provide guidance with college admissions throughout the process.

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VIDEO: Your Roadmap to Stress-Free College Admissions

College Admissions, College Selection, Freshman, Junior, Senior, Sophomore, Testing

On April 2, Aspire Education Project and LifeLaunchr presented a free webinar: "Your Roadmap to Stress-Free College Admissions." Presented by test preparation expert, Sy Kim, Director of Programs at Aspire, and Venkates Swaminathan, CEO of LifeLaunchr, the webinar was a great overview of the college admissions process for parents and students, to help each student get into and can afford the college or program that is the best fit for them.

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College Selection

Six Tips to Help You Cut the Cost of College by Tens of Thousands

The Importance of the Career Center in Choosing Colleges

Why Finding a Great Fit College Matters

Take a College Virtual Tour and Save Money and Time

Concerned About the Coalition Application? Five Things You Need to Know as a Parent or Student

13 Insider Tips From College Admissions Counselors

Five Things Teens and Parents Should Know about College Admissions: Part 4

Five Things Teens and Parents Should Know about College Admissions: Part 3

Five Things Teens and Parents Should Know About College Admissions: Part 1

VIDEO: Your Roadmap to Stress-Free College Admissions

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