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Why Community College Could Be the Best Choice You’ll Ever Make
I’ll let you in on a little secret – although most families hire me to help their student apply to 4-year colleges, I started MY college education at a community college. And it was the best choice I ever made…
Dog Days of Summer
So, here it is….August already, smack in the middle of the traditional dog days of summer - the days connected with heat, drought, sudden thunderstorms, lethargy, fever, mad dogs…
Size Does Matter
When it comes to selecting a college, size does matter.Colleges in the US range from the very, very small (such as Prescott College in Arizona with less than 300 undergrads) to the very, very large…
Making Sense of Financial Aid Awards
I have to be honest – Spring is my favorite time of the year. Not only because I get to see students celebrate their acceptances, but also because I LOVE to evaluate financial aid award letters…
Best Timing for Campus Visits
I’m a strong believer that visiting the campus is the best way to learn about a college. But with so many potential campuses to visit, when should you start? How many should you go to…
Social Media and the College Admissions Process
As seniors are completing applications and juniors are beginning to explore colleges, it's a good time for students to think about updating their digital presence…
How Parents Can Help with Application Essays
For parents helping students through the college application process, the admissions essay can be a challenge…