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Jared Hobson

How to Face College Rejection

Receiving a college rejection is one of the most emotionally challenging moments in the admissions journey—but it doesn’t define your future. Whether you’ve been turned down by your dream school

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Jared Hobson

How to Compare Financial Aid Offers

The Financial Aid Shopping Sheet, intended to accompany colleges’ own financial aid letters, is designed to make it easier for students and families to compare financial aid offers from different colleges.

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Jared Hobson

Early Decision vs. Early Action: Which Is Right?

Any day now, students will begin to learn if they’ve gotten accepted early decision or early action to the college of their choice. It’s an exciting and nerve wracking time as students and parents wait to see what the colleges decide.

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Jared Hobson

Helping Your Student Choose a College

Helping your student choose the right college requires balancing academic fit, campus culture, and financial reality—and there’s no single “perfect” answer. The most effective approach starts with establishing clear financial

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