College

The Basics Do you feel like you need to attend a “big-name” college to get the best education and to impress all of your friends? Stop for a moment and consider that college is not only about getting a great education. It is also a monumental life change that will open you up to new

How can you tell if a college is the “right fit” for you? Visiting really helps. So, it’s important to plan your college visits strategically and make sure you gather as much information as you can about each school you visit. Here are a few tips for making sure you get the most out of

“Where do you want to go to college?” This seemingly simple question can elicit reactions from boredom to bewilderment to full-blown panic attack. While some students identified their “dream school” in early on, others don’t even know where to begin when it comes to a college list. If you are the oldest child, or in

Tried and true actions that can improve your chance of admission So, you didn’t get into your dream school. But you didn’t NOT get in either. Deferred. Waitlisted. Whatever you call it, there’s still a chance for you to get accepted. And there are definitive and very important steps you can take to improve your

The holidays are almost here. It’s time to enjoy family, friends, food, and . . . the FAFSA? If you’re a high school junior, you still have plenty of time before your FAFSA is due, so go ahead and enjoy the family, friends, and food. If you are a senior applying for regular admission, and you