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VoTech Ain't for Losers

While I value college highly, I don’t believe one must go to college to be a productive, valued member of our society. Not everyone has–or

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The Carnival of Education

This week’s Carnival of Education is a cavalcade of information about the Edusphere. You can find it here, hosted by the Education Wonks. My favorite

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Preparations for NACAC

I’m getting excited about my September trip to Austin for the annual conference of the National Association of College Admissions Counselors (NACAC). I’ll have the

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Getting Into College – The Worst Advice

Getting into college is one of the most important aspects of your child’s life, and it’s your responsibility as the parent to help in any way you can. There are
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Getting Into College – Why It’s Easier Than You Might Think

The thought of getting into college can be daunting. The ACT or SAT exam is a big deal. Keeping your grades up is not easy, and writing an admissions essay
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No summer plans? No problem!

The school year is winding down, which means you have the whole summer stretching out in front of you. Summer is a great time to leverage your free time into
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Is Your Kid Cut Out For College? Take this quiz:

Here are a few quick questions to ask yourself to help you decide is your kid cut out for college. Ready for the rigors of an independent academic life, and
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Which College Is Right For You?

1. Are you considering school size and student to faculty ratio? You may thrive at a large school with huge class sizes, like many state schools. However, you may consider
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How Much Should You Be Spending To Get Into College?

Putting your child through college may be the biggest expense you have to consider when raising your child, by far. But you’re committed to making it happen because it’s also
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