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PSAT Scores Released Next Week
If you took the PSAT earlier this fall, you should expect to receive your scores sometime next week. The CollegeBoard says scores will...
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Dec 4, 20192 min read


Holiday Dinner Talk
Next week most Americans will celebrate Thanksgiving. In the upcoming holiday season, you will likely end up spending time with lots of...
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Nov 20, 20192 min read


It's Financial Aid Time
You can apply for financial aid now! The first step to getting financial aid is to apply. And although you may still be completing...
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Oct 3, 20192 min read


Do I need the SAT Essay or ACT Writing?
The essay portion of the SAT and the Writing section of the ACT are both optional. According to the Prep Scholar blog (as of May 2019),...
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Sep 12, 20191 min read


Early Application Deadlines
Although senior year may be just getting started, college application season is already here! Many colleges are accepting applications...
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Aug 21, 20192 min read


Spending Money in College
Enrollment decision made? Check! College housing selected? Check! Credit card for college – What?! Should I get a credit card? Before...
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Aug 12, 20192 min read


Should I take an SAT or ACT test this fall?
If you are a junior, you should plan to take the PSAT test in October. It’s offered at your school and you should check with your school...
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Aug 8, 20192 min read


What’s your learning style?
How do you like to learn? Do you like to talk to the teachers, raise your hand and stay after class? Or do you prefer to learn by being...
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Jul 31, 20191 min read


What does it feel like to be an adult?
You said it when you were a child, “I can’t wait to be a grown-up!” Your parents asked you, “When will you act like an adult?” Is high...
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Jul 10, 20192 min read


Getting Ready for Life
There is more to going to college than showing up on campus the first day with schedule and books in hand. Whether it is next summer or...
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Jun 27, 20191 min read


Old Friends and New
One of the biggest changes for freshman year is a new peer group. You may have friends that you’ve been with since the beginning of high...
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May 31, 20192 min read


Teacher recommendations? First some self-reflection…
It will soon be time to ask your teachers and/or your counselor for letters of recommendations. But before doing that it helps to have...
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May 22, 20191 min read


Where Will I Be Living Next Year?
One of the big questions you have as a student (and your parents too) is ‘Where will I be living next year?” Be sure to explore the...
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May 1, 20192 min read


Study in the UK!
Have you considered studying abroad? What if you could study abroad for your entire college experience rather than just one semester? ...
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Apr 1, 20192 min read


Are you done with college applications? Check your list twice!
It may feel like Santa just finished his rounds yesterday, but are you done with your college applications? There are multiple steps to...
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Mar 14, 20192 min read


Early Decision and Early Action 2
The process of applying to college has become increasingly strategic for both students and colleges. Gone are the days of mailing a...
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Mar 4, 20192 min read


Gap Year Programs
Have you considered taking a year off after high school? What? Is that insane?! Not at all. This is the perfect moment to take a deep...
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Feb 4, 20193 min read


When Do You Select a Major?
Many college applications require you to select a major or state that you are “undeclared”. But what is the best way to choose a major?...
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Jan 31, 20192 min read


When should you take the SAT or the ACT?
Identify which statement below applies to you to help determine the best timing for the test. Juniors Using the test dates for your...
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Jan 25, 20191 min read


Seniors: 5 Tips for Making College Applications Easier
You are on the home stretch! Only a few more weeks and your college applications will soon be done. Here are 5 ways you can keep sane...
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Jan 16, 20191 min read
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