Category: 12th Grade

Guide to Financial Aid Letters + Examples

Congratulations on receiving your financial aid award letter! This is an exciting time as you plan to transition to college next fall. No matter where you are heading, your financial aid award letter is a crucial document that can make or break your decision to attend a particular college or

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Inside the Admissions Committee: What Really Happens

Congratulations on completing the biggest and most crucial step in your college preparation journey! For the last few months, you have spent a significant amount of time and effort crafting the perfect college application. The anticipation and excitement leading up to the moment when you finally hit the Common App’s

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How to Appeal Financial Aid + Letter Sample

If you’re reading this post, it’s likely because you want to appeal your financial aid award. Flash back to a few months ago when you filed the Free Application for Financial Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA form, sponsored by the U.S. State Department of Education, provided your family with the

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Why Demonstrated Interest Matters in College Admissions

Getting admitted into a top college can be a daunting task for any college-bound student. However, there is one crucial aspect that can make all the difference: demonstrating your interest in a particular school. Admissions officers want to see that you are genuinely interested in attending their institution and that

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150 Questions to Ask When Visiting Colleges

Visiting colleges is an exciting and important part of the college preparation process. It’s a chance for you to check out the campus, discover what the college can offer you, immerse yourself in campus life, and ask essential questions to learn more about how the college stacks up against others

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