College can cost upwards of $80,000 a year. Maximizing financial aid and qualifying for scholarships is critical. Here’s how the system works.
Your Guide to Maximizing Financial Aid
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How to Research Colleges
Researching colleges systematically and carefully is critical to building a list that genuinely fits the student.
Showcase Your Extracurricular Activities
Explaining a student’s extracurricular activities is an integral part of the holistic admissions process at U.S. universities. Here’s what you need to know.
What Families Need to Know About College Financial Aid
Student loan debt in the U.S. now exceeds $1.5 trillion dollars. Parents and students need to know how college financial aid works.
Creating An Authentic Balance in Your College List
To make a good college list, focus on finding good fits, rather than chasing after the highest-ranked colleges. Rankings are arbitrary.
How You Can Thrive During Remote Learning
Last spring taught us some lessons about thriving with remote learning. Here are keys to success with online education during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Five Things Every Family Should Know About Paying For College
Many families don’t think early enough about how to pay for college. But with a little planning, the challenge of paying for college is manageable.
Using Summer Wisely to Get Started on College Admissions
Summer vacation can be a moment to take a break after an intense school year. But it’s also a time to really focus on college admissions and college planning.
Here’s a great list of things parents and students can do over the summer!
Stay On Track for College Admissions Through the Coronavirus Pandemic
Get up-to-date information and resources to stay on track for college admissions amidst the changes caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Building Your Brand for College Admissions
Brand-building for college is about understanding your strengths and weaknesses and finding a way to express that authentic self in your application.
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