Federal Service Academies: What You Need to Know

Many of you we’ve noticed have been disheartened with the lackluster advice available for applying to federal service academies. Not to fear!
Can You Really Afford College? A Tax-Time Reality Check

Springtime reality check: can your family afford college? While you’ve got your tax documents together, let’s do a quick review of your financial status.
Merit Scholarships Roundup

Looking for scholarships that focus on your academic accomplishments? Our research team has recently rounded up top opportunities.
How Strategy Today Affects Your Scholarship Chances Tomorrow

Getting in is only half the battle. Getting your college degree paid for is the real win. Learn how to turn strong applications into scholarship gains.
Your Guide to the UCLA Application

Let’s take a closer look at applying to UCLA! Read on for your guide to the UCLA application.
How to Get into COSMOS Summer Program

COSMOS is a California-based STEM summer program across 4 participating UC schools. Similar to college courses, you can expect to engage in lectures on niche STEM topics, field trips, group discussion, and group research projects. A pricey investment, COSMOS isn’t the only way to deepen your STEM research experience. Read on…
Your Guide to the UT Austin Application

Let’s dive into the application process! Read on for your guide to the UT Austin application.
Scholarship Deadlines in April and May

There’s no better time than spring term to start locking in your college funds. Here are top open scholarships with deadlines in late April and May.
When Safety Schools Aren’t Safety Schools

As the field becomes more competitive across the board, at what point can we no longer consider mainstay safety schools as near-guaranteed acceptances?