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Be Nice! You Never Know Who Might Be Giving Input On Your Admissions Decision.
There are many people who make an admissions office tick. From the application evaluators to the student workers to the front desk coordinator there are many people you might interact with on the phone, via email, or during a campus visit. Being polite and friendly to everyone you meet during your admissions process can go a long way.
read more »Financial Aid Primer: #6. FAFSA and CSS Profile – The Basics
If you're looking for financial aid, then the FAFSA and CSS Profile are your starting point. Read on to get the basics about what these forms are all about.
read more »Seniors-Reminder To Finish Writing Those Thank You Notes
Seniors, have you written all of your thank you notes yet? This is your reminder!
read more »Kiplinger’s Best Values in Public Colleges
What public colleges are offering the best "value" in high education? Read about Kiplinger's recent rankings.
read more »Financial Aid Primer: #5. Different Kinds of Financial Aid Defined
Stafford Loans. Pell Grants. SEOG. Plus Loans. Work-Study. HELP! What do they all mean? If you're baffled by what are all of the different financial aid instruments, who gets them, and how they differ, then read on!
read more »Advice for Juniors – Check Out What Local Colleges Offer This Summer
Juniors, have you started planning your summer break? If not, consider spending some time on a college campus. Read more to learn about some of the advantages of participating in one of these programs.
read more »Financial Aid Primer: #4. Private Education vs. Public Education. Which Will Cost You More?
A private college education doesn't have to be beyond the reach of most students, even if they are in need of significant financial aid. Read more to learn why students in need of aid should consider both public and private institutions.
read more »What to do when you are deferred from your first choice college
You've been deferred from your first choice Early Action college. Now what?
read more »Cal State Hidden Gem- Sonoma State
Have you thought about Sonoma State lately? See my impressions of this Cal State hidden gem after a recent visit.
read more »New York University- Are You Thinking of Going to College in a Big City?
Going to college in a big city like New York can be exciting! Hear about how going to college in a city can enhance your learning by taking advantage of all the opportunities but also be aware that it can be a little overwhelming for some students.
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