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Category: Pre-Application

Tested: 10 Useful Apps for College Students

As you prepare for college, you might want to check out some of the great apps available to make your life easier. I've pulled together apps to improve note taking, studying, scheduling, personalÂ safety, and getting around your college town. Most of these are great for high schoolers as well. What are my picks?

What You Should Know To Financially Prepare For College

You've been researching career choices, corresponding majors, and colleges that meet those desires. But what about how to financially prepare for college?

Should I Apply for Financial Aid?

Universities use internal policy, FAFSA, and CSS profile to determine both the type and amount of aid. Should I apply for financial aid?

UC Admissions 3 of 3: Fine Print Admissions Questions

Get the inside scoop on your top admissions question(s) from our UC Admissions Expert, Sheelah. Hope this helps clear up some confusion!

Debrief: Official WSJ 2020 College Rankings Published

The Wall Street Journal and Times Higher Education recently published their joint 2020 list of Top US Colleges. Curious who made the cut? Want to know what all this data means? The WSJ puts their article behind a subscription paywall for now, but if you want to read the full list you can find the same rankings published on the Times website. We'll explain what to do with it.

Calculating Your Financial FAFSA Facts

The sooner you submit, the better—”and yes, you SHOULD submit one! Calculating your FAFSA information will be worth the payoff later. Before you sit down to fill it out, here are some things you need to know in order to get the most aid possible.Â

Where to Find Unique and Lucrative Scholarships

Starting to think about where to find scholarships? When it comes to paying for college, scholarships and grants can be a big help.

10 Tips for Finding an Independent College Counselor

For high schoolers and families, let’s review 10 key tips for finding an independent college counselor that will fit your needs.

10 Dos and Don’ts When Hiring an Admissions Coach

We’ve compiled a list of ten dos and don’ts to focus on when looking for a college admissions coach that’s right for you & your student: