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It is Time to Deal with the College Application Essay!!
January 1st is the most usual deadline for college applications. It seems a long way off right now, but you’ll be very surprised how quickly it will...
Who are you going to school with, Class of 2014!
Most of the class of 2014 was born in 1992. As a result of your world experience from then till now, you have a unique mindset that affects your...
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 still best to be finished with ALL your college applications by...
If You Need Help With Your Colleges Classes…
Your first semester of college is wrapping up. Maybe you haven’t done so well and you’re dreading the posting of grades. Let’s make a resolution to...
How to Get a College Acceptance YOU Want
What is it colleges really want in an applicant? Do you desire to get into one of the top 20 colleges? How exactly do you qualify?
Last Minute Advice for the College Applicant: the College Application Essay
The smartest people are open to suggestions for improvements!
Writing a Great College Application Essay is IMPORTTANT!
Most college admissions officers agree, the college application essay—also known as the personal essay—is an important part of your college...
Money and College Admissions
The Higher Education Research Institute of The University of California at Los Angeles conducts an annual survey of freshmen who attend four year...
Saving with College Loans
Federal student loans are great EXCEPT when the market goes down. For example, now the fixed rate of PLUS loans is 8.5% and for Stafford Loans 6.8%...