Sophomore

Questions You Should Ask on a Campus Tour

College Admissions, College Fairs, College Selection, Junior, Senior, Sophomore

Most campus tours will focus on amenities and prestige factors But as a parent helping your child, here are questions you should be asking at a campus tour.

Creating An Authentic Balance in Your College List

College Admissions, College Selection, COVID-19, Freshman, Junior, Senior, Sophomore

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

College Admissions, COVID-19, Freshman, Junior, Senior, Sophomore

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

Financial Aid, Freshman, Junior, Scholarships, Senior, Sophomore

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

College Admissions, Essay Writing, Freshman, Junior, Scholarships, Senior, Sophomore

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!

How to Create a College List

College Selection, Junior, Senior, Sophomore

Building a college list is one of the most critical parts of the college application process, ensuring that college doesn’t turn into a $200,000 mistake.

How to Ask For a Letter of Recommendation for College Admissions

Coalition Application, College Admissions, Common Application, Junior, Senior, Sophomore

A good letter of recommendation, especially in the shadow of COVID-19. can be a real difference-maker in college applications. Here’s what you need to know about asking for a letter of recommendation.

Stay On Track for College Admissions Through the Coronavirus Pandemic

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

Get up-to-date information and resources to stay on track for college admissions amidst the changes caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

How Many College Admissions Essays Will I Have to Write?

Essay Writing, Junior, Senior, Sophomore

As the number of colleges students apply to continues to grow, the number of college admissions essays students have to write goes up as well. If you’re a sophomore or junior (or the parent of one) starting to think about college applications, you might be wondering: “How many college admissions essays will I have to write?”