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Teaching College Kids To Pilot Their Own Helicopter

Posted on October 18, 2010 by admin

The issue of how deeply involved parents of college students should be in their child’s campus life is a hot topic in higher education these days. As the fall term was beginning, media accounts highlighted efforts at some schools intended … Continue reading →

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Private Student Loan Rates

Posted on October 13, 2010 by admin

A frequent question: I got a private student loan but am not sure how the rates are calculated… Private student loan rates are calculated based on a published index such as the Prime Rate for Private Student Loans or London … Continue reading →

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College Application Calender, Senior Year

Posted on October 12, 2010 by admin

Senior College Prep Plan Grade When Activity Seniors September Meet with your guidance counselor to review your college plans and evaluate them in light of your test scores and junior year grades. It’s a good idea to involve your parents … Continue reading →

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Profiles In College Money

Posted on October 10, 2010 by admin

FAFSA versus CSS-Profile: The Battle of the Financial Aid Forms Most people believe that FAFSA — Free Application for Federal Student Aid – is the end-all when it comes to looking for money for college. Not so! In fact, if … Continue reading →

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SAT scores for college admissions hold steady

Posted on October 1, 2010 by admin

SAT test-takers from the class of 2010 who completed a core curriculum – defined as four or more years of English and three or more years of math, natural science, social science and history – scored on average 151 points … Continue reading →

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Unusual Essay Prompts

Posted on September 30, 2010 by admin

Universities across the country are releasing creative essay prompts.  Students are encouraged to think critically and write on topics that are unique. Here are a few samples of unusual prompts; 1. How do you feel about Wednesday? (University of Chicago, … Continue reading →

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Tips on Narrowing Your College List

Posted on September 21, 2010 by admin

By now perhaps you have completed lots of college research, conducted visits and have a college list that may be too long. Below is a list of things you should consider during your college search and criteria to review that … Continue reading →

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College Selection – For Profit Programs – Choose Wisely

Posted on September 21, 2010 by admin

There has been much press recently regarding for-profit colleges, specifically some of the recruiting practices used to enroll prospective students. While the press is concerning and certainly there are problems with some for-profit recruiting, this remains an education option for … Continue reading →

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Not Scared of Selectivity

Posted on September 17, 2010 by admin

Community college students can successfully transfer to some of the nation’s most selective four-year institutions and perform as well as those who start as freshmen, if they are given appropriate academic and social support, a new report on a five-year … Continue reading →

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7 Strategies to Avoid the College Debt Trap

Posted on September 9, 2010 by admin

September 5, 2010 Is it worth it to pay $200,000 for a liberal arts education, especially if it means taking out loans? One of my 20-something Kiplinger colleagues answers bluntly: “If I had realized how much debt I was getting … Continue reading →

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