Do you think a liberal arts education is wrong for you? We’re here to show you why it might be the best education for you. Unfortunately, it’s common for people to underestimate the value of a liberal arts education. Whether it’s believed that liberal arts is connected to a political affiliation or that this form …
TIPS FOR STEERING YOUR CHILD PAST DISAPPOINTMENT, TOWARD A STILL-BRIGHT FUTURE. Social media is full of gleeful images of high school seniors and their parents celebrating college acceptances. Of course, few people post images of their children experiencing college rejection. But that doesn’t mean it’s not happening.With many top-tier colleges accepting only 5% of applicants, …
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The first few weeks of college are uniquely exciting . . . and stressful. Luckily, there are proven ways to ease your transition so you can launch into your college years with optimism and confidence. Here we’ve gathered some or our best advice from years of counseling and thousands of college students. Get involved!! This …
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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 …
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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 …
That’s a Wrap! Now It’s Time to Rest. You’ve Earned It. Read More »
