It’s March! Have a Conversation with your Eighth Grader!
Decisions you make now will build the foundation for later success in their college admission journey. So, it’s high time to start having conversation with your eighth grader student!
Interesting College Majors Part 1: Food Sciences
We hope these articles encourage you to explore your options. First up, let’s dive into the world of food sciences as a field of study in college!
Making the Most of a College Fair
College fairs are a great way to start your college search. You can gain a lot of information about a number of colleges in a short amount of time. However, college fairs can also overwhelm students, so it helps to have an idea of what making the most of a college fair means. Following these six simple guidelines will help you do well at a college fair.
Essay Scoop: How to Write University of Virginia Essays
As part of its application requirements UVA asks its applicant to write a short answer response; we provide some advice for with University of Virginia essays.
11 Colleges with the Best Financial Aid Packages
In this article, we look at what makes a good financial aid package so you can evaluate your offers. Finally, we provide a list containing a number of colleges with the best financial aid packages.
Who Should Not Apply to College Early?
All the talk of early decision and early action regarding college applications can make many high school students think that they, too, should apply to college early. However, early decision or action is not for everyone. While finishing college applications early may sound relieving, some students are susceptible to early rejections instead. So who shouldn’t apply to college early?Â
My First College Semester: What Classes Should I Take?
Instead of stressing about what you’ll do once you arrive on campus, start planning ahead now for your first college semester.
Does Declaring a Major on My Application Help My Chances?
Does it hurt your chances not to declare a major? In other words, does declaring a major on your application help you get into college?
What Questions Should I Ask During a College Visit?
You can be easily overwhelmed by all the excitement during a college visit and forget what you’re looking for! Here’s a handy list to help you out.
