Most students concentrate on the process of applying for college. It is a lengthy and involved process, but there is one more thing you college-bound students should be thinking about—scholarships. Searching for scholarships that you are eligible for and that are available to you should actually start months before you apply to college, [...]
If you applied for Early Decision in November, December was when you heard whether or not you were accepted or deferred. For those of you who applied in the second round for Early Decision, you will hear this month. What does deferral mean and what can you do about it?
You may have sent in your applications, even early, but you’re not done yet. Think about it. There are many potential slip ups between the sending of your application and acceptance. Some colleges require mid-semester grades (in January). You should make sure your high school has sent them. Teachers whom you [...]
You have all those admission and financial aid applications done. You have your acceptance letter and your financial aid package. Now you’re on campus, taking classes, and you’re all set. All you have to think about is your first semester exams before semester break. Guess what? Getting financial aid is [...]