What Are You Doing This Summer?

Although many decisions are made during senior year, it is best to begin the college process early. Do enjoy some down time this summer but remain productive, active and interested…read, exercise, visit campuses while traveling, keep a journal, develop a hobby and collaborate on something Continue Reading...

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50 Questions To Ask Before Applying To College

Which college to attend is a monumental decision, but all too often teenagers and their parents don’t devote nearly enough attention to researching their options. Failing to adequately research colleges is certainly one reason why one out of three college students end up transferring to a Continue Reading...

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Double Depositing….Wrong and Risky

Making your final college choice by May 1st is not easy especially if you have been waitlisted by other colleges you are also considering. Some choose to “double deposit” and send deposits to several institutions where they have been accepted. In fact, if you do this, you are telling two or Continue Reading...

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Time Management Tips For College Students

Contributed by: Anna Dewinter There is no doubt that learning can be both rewarding and fun, but it is also a serious business, particularly at college level, when students are expected to have a mature approach and to be dedicated to their chosen field of study. College work is demanding, Continue Reading...

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Decisions, Decisions, Decisions & Your Final College Choice

The waiting is almost over as admission notices get sent out now and within the next few weeks. Making an informed and correct college choice is crucial. Here are things to keep in mind. There are a variety of ways that each person goes about making their final decision. Factors in selecting a Continue Reading...

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Things To Do & Ask Once Admitted to College

Many of you may have conducted campus visits prior to being accepted and may have participated in campus tours and spent some time on campus. Now that you are accepted students you may choose to visit again or for the first time before making your decision. Once accepted, your questions may Continue Reading...

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What To Do While Waiting For Admission Decisions

Tips for keeping track of your submitted college applications… You have undoubtedly worked hard to complete your applications and finally they are submitted! Now what? For the next few weeks, you may feel the anxiousness of the notorious college waiting game as nerves build and decision Continue Reading...

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Symptoms and Consequences of ‘Senioritis’

While seniors wait for admission decisions, it is essential that they focus on maintaining a strong academic record and excellent behavior. Colleges do rescind admission offers based on poor academic performance during senior year. Just what is “Senioritis?” Basically, it’s not caring Continue Reading...

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Why Colleges Want Ambitious & Dynamic Students

The college admissions process can be overwhelming for many families considering the competitive nature of admissions as well as the many variables high school students must take into account: challenging curriculum, strong essays, excellent standardized test scores (in most cases) and remarkable Continue Reading...

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Early Decision News…Next Steps: Admitted, Denied or Deferred?

It’s a big week for those of you who have applied Early Decision (ED), Restrictive Early Action (REA) or Early Action (EA). No doubt apprehension & excitement are looming as you look online or in mailboxes for admission decisions. Regardless of the decision you receive there are things Continue Reading...

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