When applying to college there is a lot to think about. It’s like spinning several plates on bamboo sticks. You have to be able to coordinate it all...
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College admissions tips and insider secrets about planning for college, applying for college, financial aid, admissions essays, college interviews, and much more.
How Your Learning Style Can Affect Your SAT or ACT Preparation
Howard Gardner identified multiple intelligences which helped categorize how students can best learn. The way you learn can affect how you prepare...
College Admissions Tests
SAT and ACT scores are very important in the college admission process. But, while students are taking these tests which will help determine their...
Pitfalls of Student Loan Repayments
If you have Federal Student Loans, you are likely to be able to navigate the repayment system quite well. These loans come from the Department of...
What Employers Want from College Grads
Employers are interested in skills. The first skill they look for is knowledge in their area of employment, what you learned at your university...
College Tour Questions to Ask to Ensure Your Future
College tours are very helpful. They allow you to see first-hand if a college will fit well with you. You will see dorms and dining halls, chat with...
The New Common Application Essay Prompts
Now there are 7 college essay prompts instead of 5 on the Common Application. Some of the prompts are still the same, some have been revised...
Can You Apply to College Late?
College applications have deadlines that run from October 1 to February 15. And, it is not wise to apply late. But sometimes, there are circumstances...
Grandparents Financing College
Some grandparents are lucky enough to have the financial ability to help grandchildren with college costs. This can be a good way to pass on wealth...
Study Habits for College
College calls for lots of reading and studying. That transition can be easier if you develop good study habits before landing on campus. Here are a...