This article is provided by College Planning Services, Inc. When thinking about which colleges to apply to you need to realize that fitting the profile of a given school is necessary but not sufficient for being admitted. The fact that you “deserve” to get in to a school will be irrelevant if you do not ap
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Memories from graduation: Look before you leap
When I graduated from high school the speaker exposited on the concept of balance by using two conflicting statements which have guided me throughout my life and I share them with you. Look Before You Leap. Hesitate and You Are Lost.
Impressive Things To Put On Your College Application and Eight Crucial Steps
Did you know we just had the most competitive cycle in college admissions history? In order to limit your rejection and waitlist letters, it is imperative you are knowledgeable about the admissions process to maximize your opportunities.
Should I Hire a College Consultant?
The college admission process has become so challenging, confusing and competitive that most parents don’t even recognize it! It is certainly not the experience we had fifteen or twenty years ago.
CSS PROFILE or FAFSA: Which Should You Use?
CSS PROFILE or FAFSA: Which Should You Use? By tamara Now that most high school seniors have completed their college applications (or should be getting close to finishing them), it’s time for them to turn their focus on another important aspect of the college admissions process — financial aid. Most students are familiar with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), but there’s another form that many may not even know exists. It’s called the …
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Glossary of Financial Aid Terms: Important Financial Aid Terms You Should Know
By tamara Financial aid terms! If you’re unfamiliar with the lingo, it can leave you dazed and confused. Just imagine what it would be like if a coach were to send in a quarterback without giving him a playbook or any tools to create an effective offense. In most cases, he would fail to move the ball. For some students, that’s exactly what has happened during the college planning process; they’ve received their college financial aid …
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7 Colleges That Are Tuition Free!
7 Colleges That Are Tuition Free By tamara According to a recent article in USA Today, nearly fifty percent of parents are limiting their child’s college choices because of tuition costs and other college-related expenses. Students are also taking a closer look at sticker prices and weighing their options since many are now left paying the bill. In fact, the cost of tuition is one of the main reasons students are opting not to enroll at …
How to Apply to College for Free!
How to Apply to College for Free! By tamara Many students and parents forget to factor in application costs when planning for college. With the average college application fee ranging between $25 and $50, students can easily expect to spend over $250 before they even get accepted to a school. Those who plan to apply to Ivy League colleges or other prestigious schools, such as Stanford University ($90) or Harvard College ($75), may spend even more. …
How to Survive the College Admissions Madness
How to Survive the College Admissions Madness By tamara It’s only fitting that we celebrate Labor Day in September since most high school seniors will begin the ‘labor-intensive’ process of applying to colleges this month. Some may have been smart and started their college admission essays over the summer, but most will have put off any work until after the holiday. As seniors wave goodbye to those carefree summer days, they may begin to feel overwhelmed …
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Should Parents Pay for College?
By unigo office Should Parents Pay for College? Parents are often faced with the decision of whether or not to help pay for their child’s college education. If you ask high school students whether mom and dad should pay for college, you’ll hear most of them shout “Yes!” But should parents be expected to foot the bill? If parents have a comfortable salary with reasonable household expenses and are financially able to cover tuition and other …