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Getting the Most Out of Denver’s College Week

October 5, 2012

College Week Denver is next week! Read Katherine’s post on how to prepare for all the events that will take place and gain insights on how to connect with admissions representatives.

Another Alternative Ranking System: The Washington Monthly

October 3, 2012

Looking for more alternatives to the U.S. News and World Report college rankings? Read this blog post to learn about a different type of ranking system used by The Washington Monthly.

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Four Steps To Help With College Application Stress

October 2, 2012

Are college applications stressing you out? Read our four tips to help you gain control of your college application stress.

The National Association For College Admission Counseling Is Coming To Denver, Colorado!

September 27, 2012

NACAC is coming to town! Read more to find out what NACAC is and why will they be in Denver, Colorado next week.

The National Survey of Student Engagement: An Alternative to College Rankings

September 27, 2012

The U.S. News and World Report college rankings provide some useful information, but for a more holistic assessment of colleges, check out the National Survey of Student Engagement.

How Reliable Are College Rankings?

September 25, 2012

Many students examine college rankings when doing college research. But just how reliable are those rankings, and what factors are used to determine them?

Beware of the Sophomore Slump

September 24, 2012

What happens when you arrive at your college for your sophomore year and it just does not feel the same? You may have a case of the sophomore slump. Read on to find the cure.

College Graduates with the Least and Most Debt

September 20, 2012

How much will your college degree cost? Get a look at the colleges that are graduating students with the most and the least amount of debt.

Don't Forget To Schedule Your College Interview

September 18, 2012

Do you plan to do a college interview this fall? Read more to find out what you should consider when scheduling your interview.

When Doing College Research, People Are One of the Best Resources

September 14, 2012

It’s easy to rely on technology for all of your college research. However, people are still one of the best sources of information, so don’t forget about them.

Coalition App Essay Prompts

March 30, 2020 / Jared Hobson

The Coalition App essay prompts give you a springboard to write a perfect college admissions essay. This article shares tips for writing a winning personal statement for your college application.

College Admissions and COVID-19: Don’t Panic

March 28, 2020 / Andrea Aronson

College admissions and COVID-19. A combination to make you sick with worry. But don't panic. Keep calm. Read this article.

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College Timeline for Juniors

January 22, 2020 / Jared Hobson

What is the college timeline for juniors? How you set a schedule that helps you stick to the college admissions timeline. This article helps you stay on track.

Choose The Right College – A Student’s Story

January 21, 2020 / Jared Hobson

How do you choose the right college? It can be tough. However, if you are true to yourself and careful about the criteria you use to select the best colleges

Disclose Learning Differences on College Application…or Not?

January 11, 2020 / Jared Hobson

Every student diagnosed with a learning difference asks the same question. Should I or should I not disclose my learning disability on my college applications? The decision in definitely personal,

College Admissions Interview Tips for Success

January 10, 2020 / Jared Hobson

In another post in a series on how to nail the college admissions interview, Mark offers some general tips for success as you prepare.

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