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An Evaluation Worksheet for Virtual Campus Tours

For the foreseeable future, in-person visits to college campuses are not possible with campuses shut down and admission offices working remotely. If you’re a high schooler that was planning campus visits this spring, it’s likely you’ve already...

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illustration of student with thought bubbles above head with question mark and a college - Intentionality in the College Search Process

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Intentionality in the College Search Process

When it comes time to think about college, it’s important to slow down and think about why you would like to attend college and engage in conscious...

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Ways to Borrow Money for College: Student vs Parent Loans

If you’re planning to attend college, it’s likely that you’ll need to consider borrowing money to do so. The idea of borrowing money can be...

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How to Find the Best College Fit

Spring is a time when college planning is very top-of-mind for many rising high school seniors and parents/guardians. With these tips in your back...

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What to Do After You've Made Your Final College Decision

Congratulations! You did your research and were accepted into multiple colleges and universities. After weighing the pros and cons, you have made...

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Guidelines for Making a Final Choice of College

For families of students recently admitted to college, the coming weeks are critical to the final choice of a college. With a spring enrollment...

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Displaying Leadership Skills on Your College Resume

Colleges and universities love to see leadership skills on the college resume. What are the first things that come to mind when you hear the word...

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Unsolicited College Messages: Why You Receive These

If you are a high school student in grades 9-11, there is a very good chance you have begun to receive unsolicited messages from a range of...

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Survey Results: Understanding The Effects of COVID-19

Survey finds that the COVID-19 pandemic is having little impact on students’ enrollment plans, but families are increasingly concerned about costs,...

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Uncertainty Compounded in the College Admission Process

Under normal circumstances, the college admission process is most dynamic during the month of April. In years past, colleges and universities would...

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