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Choose A Major Based on Career Interests? Pros and Cons

September 1, 2023

How do you choose a major? Do you pick a college major that seems best for getting a great job right out of college? Or do you prepare for the long term? The economy is always shifting, and industries come and go. Perhaps it is best to choose a major that will build skills and knowledge and habits of mind that will serve you throughout your life.

Do I Need a College Counselor? 7 Factors to Consider

September 1, 2023

As the college admissions process becomes ever more complicated and stressful–and expensive–more and more families are asking the question, “Do I need a college counselor?”

Apply to US Universities from Brazil

August 31, 2023

Do you dream of studying in the United States? Are you Brazilian? This guide will help you understand the American higher education system and provide

College Counseling: How Much Does College Counseling Cost?

August 31, 2023

Private college counselors help students and families navigate the increasingly complicated and confusing process of preparing, selecting, and applying to colleges. But what do they really do? How much does college counseling cost? Is the price worth it? An admissions expert explains how college counseling can help your family and to understand the costs–and benefits–of hiring a professional.

College Counseling for International Students

August 29, 2023

International students who want to do their undergraduate studies in the United States may need professional advice and guidance. The university admissions process in the US is quite different from that in most other countries. If you seek college counseling for international students, you will want to read this post about the kinds of advice you might receive, and to help you find the right advisor for you.

What Looks Good on a College Application?

August 25, 2023

What really looks good on a college application? Fancy summer programs? You’d be surprised…

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How to Choose the Best College Counselor for Ivy League Schools

August 22, 2023

Who would be the best college counselor for Ivy League schools? The college application process gets more complicated and more stressful every year, especially for

Student Loans, College Costs, and Parental Self-Denial

August 1, 2023

Student loan debt does not always create opportunity. And yet most parents believe that somehow they will magically find a way to pay for college. We’d rather believe in Santa than address the problem head-on.

Is An Expensive Private College Education Worth the Money?

July 24, 2023

Is an expensive private college education worth the money? Many have to tried to use statistically prove this one way or another. The fact is that you cannot control the most important variables: humans who graduate from college. They choices they make while attending and after college have at least as much bearing on the stats as the cost of the diploma.