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5 Ways to Clean Up Your On-Line Profile

December 5, 2012

Do you regret that picture your friend took at a party a few months back? Are you sorry that you posted that negative comment about one of your teachers? If you are a high school senior, now is the time to clean up your on-line profile.

Demystifying the CSS Profile

November 29, 2012

Financial aid applications can be overwhelming and confusing! Here’s what you need to know about the CSS Profile and the process of completing it on time.

Applying to USC? Make Sure You Have a Balanced College List

November 28, 2012

Is USC going to be as competitive as it was last year? Watch Katherine’s video to learn more about what she found out on a recent visit.

Research Opportunities at USC

November 27, 2012

Is it important to you to have the opportunity to conduct research as an undergraduate? Watch Katherine’s video on research opportunities at USC.

Are You From Colorado? Don't Forget to Activate Your COF!

November 23, 2012

Are you a Colorado resident planning to stay in Colorado for college? Make sure you activate your College Opportunity Fund!

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The Turkey Drop: What To Do If Your Child Is Unhappy At College

November 21, 2012

The turkey drop is commonly referred to when a college student returns home for the holiday and announces that they want to transfer. Read our five tips for parents on how to help your college student process their experience and identify resources to help.

"What Are You Doing Next Year?": The Dreaded Holiday Question

November 20, 2012

Are you dreading Thanskgiving because you know your relatives are going to ask about your college plans? Read this blog post for tips on how to respond.

Illinois Wesleyan University: The Most Selective Small College in Illinois

November 15, 2012

Illinois Wesleyan University (IWU) is a small liberal arts college in Bloomington, Illinois. To learn more about IWU, watch this video.

Ready to Submit Your Common Application? Why You Should Preview it First!

November 14, 2012

Ready to hit that submit button? Wait just one minute and take the time to use the Common Application’s pdf preview option.

College Application Stress Tips for Parents

November 13, 2012

Are you the parent of a high school senior who is wondering when your student’s college applications will be done? Read our tips for how to guide your student through the college application submission process.

Why Student Debt Is So Excessive – And How You Can Avoid It

January 7, 2021 / Jared Hobson

Student debt in the US weighs down young people as they chase their personal & professional dreams. A college admissions consultant shares his tips for families to help them stay

How to Get Great Teacher Recommendation Letters in the Weird World of Covid

December 10, 2020 / Jared Hobson

How do you build a relationship with teachers when you never see them in person? Covid complicates the process of getting a great teacher letter of recommendation. Read these tips

What Does Test Optional Mean? It Means Take the Tests

October 30, 2020 / Jared Hobson

What does "test optional" mean in college admissions, and how is it different from "test blind"? How should students and families decide whether to send scores or not? A college

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A Malaysian Student Shares How to Get Into Top US Universities

September 25, 2020 / Jared Hobson

A top student from Malaysia thanks Great College Advice for expert college admissions advice and excellent college counseling from an independent educational consultant.