June

Using Summer Wisely to Get Started on College Admissions

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!

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How a College Admissions Coach Can Help You Achieve Better Results

How a College Admissions Coach Can Help You Achieve Better Results

An experienced college admissions coach can be critical to help students and families navigate the process, set priorities, and achieve better outcomes.

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Five Tips to Ace a College Admissions Interview

Five Tips to Ace a College Admissions Interview

Some colleges require or offer the opportunity for students to have an interview as part of their college admissions process. Here's how to ace an interview.

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How to Create a College List

How to Create a College List

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.

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Stay On Track for College Admissions Through the Coronavirus Pandemic

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.

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Gap Years: Here’s What You Need to Know

Gap Years: Here’s What You Need to Know

February is Gap Year Exploration Month. Gap years have become increasingly common. Here's what you need to know before getting started.

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Financial Aid Award Letters: What You Need to Know

Financial Aid Award Letters: What You Need to Know

Financial Aid Award letters from universities are misleading and difficult to understand. Here's what you need to know about them.

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Myths About Scholarships

Myths About Scholarships

Scholarships matter a lot for students headed to college because college is so expensive. But myths about scholarships hold people back from finding and applying for scholarships.

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College Admissions in the U.K. for U.S. Families: The LifeLaunchr Webinar

College Admissions in the U.K. for U.S. Families: The LifeLaunchr Webinar

LifeLaunchr coach Amy Garrou and Venkates Swaminathan's webinar, which walked families through what you need to know to apply for college admissions in the U.K, is an invaluable resource for parents with rising juniors and seniors, as well as for their teens. Here is the recording.

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Five Reasons to Work With a College Admissions Coach

Five Reasons to Work With a College Admissions Coach

A great college admissions coach can help reduce the stresses of applying to college and make the process much easier to navigate.

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Webinar: Pathway to Publication: Elevate Your College Applications with Research

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

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

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

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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Webinar: College Research: The Not-So-Secret Key to Success in College Admissions

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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