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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 … Continue reading

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What To Do While Waiting For Admission Decisions

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 time gets closer. Here are some tips for keeping track of your submitted applications. Continue reading

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What to Know About College Admission Decisions

As high school seniors work away on their applications, questions frequently arise regarding how admission decisions are made. Here are some things to keep in mind: • Ask for a copy of your high school’s profile and become familiar with … Continue reading

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Deciding About Early Decision and Early Action

With the November 1st, Early Application deadline fast approaching, the following questions and pros and cons should help in making the decision on how to best apply. Early Decision Self-Evaluation Questionnaire* Answer the following questions to decide whether or not … Continue reading

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Common Application Guidance

With 488 colleges currently listed on the Common Application, it is likely you will need to fill out this application. Here are some tips that will help: Directions matter – read them. Some are very specific and if you read … Continue reading

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Stay Organized During The College Application Process

“Back to School” ads, posters and reminders are appearing just about everywhere. The college application process begins to move at lightening speed with the launch of the Common and Universal Applications. Some colleges have already released their supplements. Rising high … Continue reading

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This Year, ‘Senioritis’ May Have Dire Consequences

USA TODAY “Senioritis” — skipping class, missing tests, attending parties instead of athletic practice, and generally slacking off at the end of the last year of high school — is practically a rite of spring. But this year there may … Continue reading

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Colleges Have Available Spots

Don’t despair if you have been denied acceptance or placed on waiting lists at the colleges where you applied.  The National Association for College Admissions Counseling has released their space availability information and there are lots of colleges that still … Continue reading

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A NEW PLACE TO START THE ADMISSION PROCESS FOR COLLEGE BOUND STUDENTS

  In working with families of college bound students, the issue of “paying for college” will eventually enter the conversation, sometimes before the list of potential Universities is developed, and sometimes after acceptance letters and Student Aid Reports have been … Continue reading

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Universities Cutting Teams as They Trim Their Budgets

- Had to let you know how college athletics is being affected by the recession – . Some of the colleges being hit are in the article below that recently appeared in the New York Times May 3, 2009 After … Continue reading

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