Day: May 9, 2022

How to Build a College List

Table of Contents As you begin to build your college list, it can be daunting to know which options to choose. Especially since we’re living through a pandemic and many schools are still shut down and not conducting campus visits or information sessions. There are over 5,000 colleges in the

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How to Uncover Financial Aid

Table of Contents You most likely qualify for financial aid. Commonly, parents ask whether or not they should file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or CSS Profile, a form required by 400 private colleges. Of course, I know where this question comes from. There’s a misconception that

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How to Choose High School Classes

Table of Contents How to choose high school classes The high school classes that you choose are the most important factor in the college admissions process. Doing your best work in these classes shows that you’re ready to excel in college. Grades are the best indicator of future success at

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How to Organize College Applications

When it comes to preparing for college applications, first you want to make sure that you get organized. It does not matter if you have impressive grades and test scores. Or if you are super involved with extracurricular activities and your teachers speak about you with high regard. All of

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Covid 19 on the common app

COVID-19 Question on the Common App

For the second year, the Common App features a question for you to write about how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted you. There is no doubt that coronavirus has disrupted our lives. For starters, many schools closed in March 2020 and stayed closed through the 2020-2021 school year. For many

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