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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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Likely/Level/Reach: Create the Best College List for You

Elena Polin: June 07, 2024

Creating your college list can feel overwhelming (cue "brutal" by Olivia Rodrigo). I get it—I'm here to help! Once you know what kind of college...

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Coalition's Summer Events for Students

Elena Polin: June 03, 2024

Want to plan ahead for senior year? Curious about the college admissions process and want a place to ask your questions? Sign up for these upcoming...

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Interested in a Gap Year? Why It Might Be the Best Decision for You

Karen Miller: May 28, 2024

For many parents/guardians, it might be a daunting idea to let their student take a gap year off of school before leaving for college. Most parents...

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Going on a College Tour? Helpful Prep Tips + College Evaluation Form

Karen Miller: May 15, 2024

College visits on your mind? Not sure how to prepare or what to expect?

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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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What You Need to Know About the New FAFSA

Abby deSilva: April 01, 2024

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), managed by the Department of Education, is the gateway to federal and state financial aid for...

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The Student/Parent Partnership in College Planning

Peter Van Buskirk: March 15, 2024

Five Keys to Success In Moving the College Process Forward While Maintaining Your Sanity!

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Scoir Blog

College Search and Discovery (2)

Finding a College That's a Good Fit for Your Academic Needs

The Beginning Stages of Creating a College List: 6 Tips to Get Started

College and Career Planning Checklist for 11th Graders

Likely/Level/Reach: Create the Best College List for You

Coalition's Summer Events for Students

Interested in a Gap Year? Why It Might Be the Best Decision for You

Going on a College Tour? Helpful Prep Tips + College Evaluation Form

Helping Your High Schooler Take Ownership of their College Search

What You Need to Know About the New FAFSA

The Student/Parent Partnership in College Planning

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