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5 Details to Finalize Before Submitting Your College Applications
Erin Barnes: November 04, 2024
Seniors, it's November. AKA college application time!
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Erin Barnes: November 04, 2024
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College and Career Planning Checklist for 12th Graders
Erin Barnes: October 09, 2024
Your senior year is approaching! After years of hard work, you’ve decided to apply to college (or pursue a career!). Needless to say, this year is...
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FAFSA & CSS Profile: Guide to Understanding Financial Aid
Erin Barnes: July 30, 2024
Financial aid for college is available through several different sources. Understanding the types of financial aid sources is paramount in minimizing...
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5 Questions to Ask Your Child to Help Them Find College and Career Fit
Erin Barnes: July 15, 2024
So, you’d like to be involved in your child’s college search, but you’re not sure how to go about it without inadvertently taking over the process....
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Finding a College That's a Good Fit for Your Academic Needs
Erin Barnes: June 18, 2024
Are you a strong swimmer or do you prefer to wade into shallow water where the bottom is visible and footing is certain? Most people expose...
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The Beginning Stages of Creating a College List: 6 Tips to Get Started
Erin Barnes: June 17, 2024
If you’re a student considering applying to college, you've probably been told by many people in your life to create a college list. But the question...
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College and Career Planning Checklist for 11th Graders
Erin Barnes: June 10, 2024
Junior year of high school is a key point in the college planning process. Between preparing for standardized tests and keeping up with...
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5 Tips: Requesting Letters of Recommendation (Helpful Form Included)
Erin Barnes: April 24, 2024
Completing your college applications is undoubtedly a big task. As you focus on checking off the to-dos and getting closer to having a complete...
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Helping Your High Schooler Take Ownership of their College Search
Erin Barnes: April 13, 2024
The college search and application process is more confusing and overwhelming than in years past. It’s not realistic to expect your high schooler to...
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Course Selection: Why Your High School Class Decisions are Important
Erin Barnes: March 05, 2024
For many high schools, course selection for the next school year begins as early as January. So, the fall is often a good time to consider your next...