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Who are you going to school with, Class of 2014!
Most of the class of 2014 was born in 1992. As a result of...
Get the Best for Less When You Apply to Colleges
In this economic climate and with rising costs in education, sometimes it?s good to know...
How to Get Your College Application Done?and, Done on Time
November, the magic word! Even when you?re not applying for Early Decision, it is...
College Students Hit during Economic Hard Times
The economic downturn has affected college students for the worse. It impacts their families,...
Three-Year Degrees Now An Option
It can take students five or six tears to graduate. Who wants to wait...
College Majors Relevant to the Job Market
In 2009 78% of students surveyed were going to college with a predominant goal?wealth! ...
Graduate to a Great Cover Letter
May graduation for college students is just around the corner. Some are lucky enough...
Bill to Improve Student Loan Program Could be in Danger
President Obama is behind a bill that will end the practice of private lenders who...
What If You Are Wait Listed?
You have probably heard by now if you have been accepted to the college you...
Paying for College: Where You Stand
College expenses are going up so, first, you can expect to pay more. From...

Your Resume

The high school resume, sports or academic, is an important part of your college application. We'll show you how to do it.

The Application ( 9 items )
The college application is a professional package. We will provide you all the professional tips to make your application a stand out.
Recommendations ( 3 items )
Recommendations really count in your college application. We'll explain the ins and outs of getting the best recommendations.
Admissions Essays ( 14 items )
The College ESSAY! “They” don’t tell you it is nothing like any essay you’ve ever written. Find out what you need to do.
Interviewing ( 5 items )
Learn what to expect and how you can feel more comfortable in a college interview.
Special Circumstances ( 4 items )
Taking a year off? Transferring from one college to another? Applying to college as a non-traditional student? Explaining a blemish on your record? It's all here.