Paying for college begins here
For many, the idea of searching for colleges is daunting. After all, there are over 7,000 colleges and trade schools to choose from, so it’s easy to become overwhelmed by choice. Luckily, searching for colleges doesn’t have to be hard. In fact, if your child takes advantage of certain resources and keeps an open mind,…
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Wow, can you believe it?! Your student’s junior year already marks the halfway point of their high school journey and is a pivotal time. Colleges and universities look closely at their grades, scheduled courses, and activities when making admissions decisions. For both students and parents, it is imperative to stay on top of the college…
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If your student is heading into their senior year (Class of 2019), there’s no question that their high school senior year is exciting… but it’s also incredibly busy! Between the admissions process, scholarships, testing, finals, prom, graduation and more, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. When it comes to college planning, it may seem like there are…
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Dorm rooms aren’t necessarily the most inspiring spaces. Usually, the walls, floors, and furniture are pretty basic, if not downright bland. And, while they cover the essentials from a functionality standpoint, they still leave a lot to be desired. Luckily, there are some amazingly clever dorm room hacks that can help transform any space without…
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As a parent to two college students, I was highly involved in their high school careers. They at times appreciated this support and at other times wanted more independence. Still, the scholarship process was a team effort for all of us. One area where I took the lead due to them being busy with high…
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Is your list of scholarship applications growing out of control? Perhaps you’ve worked hard on an application and missed the deadline simply because the date fell off your radar? Organizing scholarship applications is key to earning as much money as possible and graduate debt free. Without any organization tool, the scholarship application process can quickly…
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Spring is upon us in most areas of the country this month and with that comes the realization that the school year is coming to an end. If you have been applying for scholarships for the better part of the year, this can be a time of great apprehension. The financial worries are real as…
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An internship can be a vital part of the college experience. Not only will they give your student experience in the real-world of business, but they can make your student especially competitive when pursuing an opening with the company of their dreams. Furthermore, internships are also exceptional learning opportunities. While most students use job postings…
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Once your child has a scholarship interview scheduled, they are likely wondering how best to approach the meeting. Facing a panel of interviewers can be intimidating, particularly if they have never participated in one before. Luckily, there are some scholarship interview tips that can help them boost their chances of success, putting them in the…
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Before your high schooler goes to college, it’s crucial that they have particular life skills that will help them thrive. But some of these core competencies are accidentally neglected, especially if they are activities that parents normally manage. Without certain life skills, your student isn’t only going to be faced with the new challenge of…
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