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Guidelines for Making a Final Choice of College

Erin Barnes: April 20, 2020

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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Uncertainty Compounded in the College Admission Process

Peter Van Buskirk: March 31, 2020

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

Students: Continue Exploring Colleges with Confidence

Erin Barnes: March 20, 2020

In a time where college exploration can bring on feelings of stress, we want to help you rest assured. When you cannot visit campuses, attend college...

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Entering College Undecided? Tips for Finding Your Path

Julie Kampschroeder: March 18, 2020

You did it! You committed to a college that you feel is your best fit. You’re excited to start. You’re thinking about how you can prepare. Then, the...

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You're In. Now What? Strategies For Evaluating Enrollment Options

Peter Van Buskirk: March 11, 2020

Throughout the month of March, high school seniors will learn the outcome of their college applications ranging from offers of admission to letters...

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Financial Aid Webinar: Who Gets What and Why?

Peter Van Buskirk: February 26, 2020

Now is the time of year when offers of admission will start to arrive for college applicants. It's a very exciting time for Seniors! Very soon after,...

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Building Relationships With College Admission Professionals

Julie Kampschroeder: December 19, 2019

There’s more to students – and colleges – than numbers. Relationships matter and interpersonal dealings, observed or inferred, can tip the scale one...

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How to Stand Out in The College Application Process: Find Your “Hook”

Julie Kampschroeder: November 11, 2019

Congratulations! You’ve successfully completed middle school and are now walking the halls of high school. These years fly by, and soon enough you’ll...

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Scoir Product Update: New Features for Counselors

You asked, we delivered. The team has been hard at work this summer creating enhanced experiences for counselors so you can have a more productive...

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Don't Be Afraid of the College Essay - It's Your Time To Shine!

No college application is complete without an essay. In his article Confessions of a Former Admissions Officer, Ed Boland, a former admissions...