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Be Nice! You Never Know Who Might Be Giving Input On Your Admissions Decision.

January 26, 2012

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.

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Financial Aid Primer: #6. FAFSA and CSS Profile – The Basics

January 24, 2012

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.

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Seniors-Reminder To Finish Writing Those Thank You Notes

January 23, 2012

Seniors, have you written all of your thank you notes yet? This is your reminder!

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Kiplinger's Best Values in Public Colleges

January 20, 2012

What public colleges are offering the best “value” in high education? Read about Kiplinger’s recent rankings.

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Financial Aid Primer: #5. Different Kinds of Financial Aid Defined

January 19, 2012

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!

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Advice for Juniors – Check Out What Local Colleges Offer This Summer

January 18, 2012

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.

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Financial Aid Primer: #4. Private Education vs. Public Education. Which Will Cost You More?

January 17, 2012

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.

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Cal State Hidden Gem- Sonoma State

January 13, 2012

Have you thought about Sonoma State lately? See my impressions of this Cal State hidden gem after a recent visit.

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New York University- Are You Thinking of Going to College in a Big City?

January 12, 2012

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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It May Be January, But It's Not Too Late to Apply to College! Part 2

January 10, 2012

If you missed the January deadlines for college applications for the Class of 2016, don’t fret.  There are still many great colleges which have February

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Financial Aid Primer: #2. Financial Aid Acronyms and Terms

January 9, 2012

FAFSA. PROFILE. COA. What does it all mean??? Read further for some help in understanding the language of financial aid.

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It May be January, But It's Not Too Late to Apply to College!

January 5, 2012

Although the January 1st application deadlines have passed, there are still many other colleges to which you can apply.

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