College Search Our Counselors Answered: Will students be able to take any classes outside of their specialty? 1answers for this question Megan DorseySAT Prep & College AdvisorCollege Prep LLC Will students be able to take any classes outside of their specialty? The courses you are required to take vary from school to school, so you should begin by checking requirements for your chosen major and any core requirements for the college. If you are attending …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: How do students find a school that’s the right fit for them? 5answers for this question Reecy ArestyCollege Admissions/Financial Aid Expert & AuthorPayless For College, Inc. How do students find a school that’s the right fit for them? Just like any other student would – the right curriculum, back up programs available, enough financial aid offered, and all the creature comforts available. aaaaa How do students find a school that’s …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: How do online universities work? 2answers for this question Reecy ArestyCollege Admissions/Financial Aid Expert & AuthorPayless For College, Inc. How do online universities work? There are several online universities, and the “campus” is wherever your computer is located. Accreditation of the school is a must, and a flexible schedule enables the student to work & study at their own pace. These programs are primarily designed for adults, not those who …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: Does it matter if the school is for-profit vs. non-profit? 2answers for this question Reecy ArestyCollege Admissions/Financial Aid Expert & AuthorPayless For College, Inc. Does it matter if the school is for-profit vs. non-profit? Based on current statistics, for-profit schools have the highest rate of student loan default. However, just like state vs private, some for-profit will be a better choice than non-profit. It all depends what works best for …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: Do they offer any extracurricular activities? 1answers for this question Reecy ArestyCollege Admissions/Financial Aid Expert & AuthorPayless For College, Inc. Do they offer any extracurricular activities? From those I’m aware of, there are none. There are student groups & associations, but no extracurricular activities as one would find in a real college.
College Search Our Counselors Answered: Are online universities cheaper than brick and mortar schools? 2answers for this question Reecy ArestyCollege Admissions/Financial Aid Expert & AuthorPayless For College, Inc. Are online universities cheaper than brick and mortar schools? Far cheaper compared to living on campus, but for commuting students at community colleges, some online courses could cost less. it all depends on what school & where it’s located. Lin Johnson III Are online universities cheaper than …
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College SearchOur Counselors Answered:Do students have to pick a specialty right away or can they wait to see what they’re most interested in?2answers for this questionReecy ArestyCollege Admissions/Financial Aid Expert & AuthorPayless For College, Inc.Do students have to pick a specialty right away or can they wait to see what they’re most interested in?At some schools yes, and at some schools no, just like an art or music school.Reecy ArestyCollege Admissions/Financial Aid Expert & AuthorPayless …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: How many colleges should I apply to? How many reaches? Safety schools? 18answers for this question Jessica BrondoFounder and CEOThe Edge in College Prep How many colleges should I apply to? How many reaches? Safety schools? Many college guidance counselors (including myself) say that nine is about as many colleges as you should consider. Any more than that, and it becomes difficult to really focus on your applications and target …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: How do I choose between two very similar schools? 10answers for this question Tira HarpazFounderCollegeBound Advice How do I choose between two very similar schools? After all your acceptances are in, if you are choosing between two similar schools, there are a number of things you can do to make a decision. First of all, if at all possible, visit the schools during their “accepted student” programs. You might find …
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College Search Our Counselors Answered: How important is ranking and reputation in evaluating a college? 12answers for this question Lora LewisEducational ConsultantLora Lewis Consulting How important is ranking and reputation in evaluating a college? Your college search should be about finding the college that’s right for you. Don’t be influenced by the rankings game, which an increasing number of even the most “prestigious” colleges are declining to play. Conduct a thoughtful and diligent search to …
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