Category: 12th Grade

7 Big Mistakes to Avoid When You Apply for Financial Aid

The cost of a college education in the United States is rising. According to the College Board, it can cost your family $23,890 to send your student to an in-state public school, and $32,410 for a private school. To help American families with college costs, federal and state governments and

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How to Ask for a College Recommendation Letter

College recommendation letters are important in the college admissions process. The recommendation letter provides social proof or verification of the information you provide in your college application. Also, the college recommendation letter gives dimension to your high school academic record. A good recommendation letter can strengthen your application (it won’t

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Transition to College

How to Transition to College

Seniors – it’s been a long journey, but you’ve made it to College Decision Day. Congratulations! You may be dreaming about what fall will be like and what the future holds for you. But before you start making Pinterest boards to decorate your dorm, let’s discuss some important topics to

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Writing a College Essay

Writing a college essay is not like writing an English class essay. Rather, the college essay is a personal statement that captures who you are as a student and why you should be admitted into college. In about 650 words, the college essay should be well written and compelling, engaging,

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