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Which Athletes Get the Biggest Scholarships?

August 1, 2018

In the sports-obsessed United States, many families assume that the ticket to a hefty college scholarship is athletic prowess on the field, on the court, or in the pool. Not so.

What’s the Easiest Way to Get a College Scholarship?

July 18, 2018

Get Good Grades. It’s true. In the realm of college admissions, it’s the geeks who get the biggest scholarships. But wait. Don’t the jocks get

Community Service and Getting into College

July 18, 2018

Colleges value community service in the admissions process. But not everyone must do community service to get into college.

Humor in College Admissions

July 15, 2018

One of the most recent developments in college admissions and recruitment is the use of humor. Check it out.

Do My Test Scores Matter?

July 9, 2018

Bottom line: while standardized tests are not the only factor in college admissions, they do matter a lot. The more selective the university, the more they matter.

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Why Hire An Educational Consultant?

May 20, 2018

Why hire an educational consultant? Because you get personalized attention, alleviate stress, gain a competitive edge, eliminate confusion, and (best of all) you can SAVE MONEY!

Which Athletes Get the Biggest Scholarships?

August 1, 2018 / Jared Hobson

In the sports-obsessed United States, many families assume that the ticket to a hefty college scholarship is athletic prowess on the field, on the court, or in the pool. Not

What’s the Easiest Way to Get a College Scholarship?

July 18, 2018 / Jared Hobson

Get Good Grades. It’s true. In the realm of college admissions, it’s the geeks who get the biggest scholarships. But wait. Don’t the jocks get the biggest scholarships? Well, sometimes