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The Numbers Are In!

Inside Higher ED published a story earlier this week on a survey that was released by the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC).  According

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Campus Safety

Did you know that September is National Campus Safety Awareness Month?  Campus safety has always been a hot topic for prospective students and their parents,

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College Interview Tips

Fall is when most high school seniors have college interviews. The interview is an important opportunity for you to show the college certain things about

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Holiday Breaks – Not the Best Time for College Tours

When is the best time to go see colleges? Unfortunately, it is not during the upcoming holiday breaks.
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Using Food as a Decision Factor in the College Search

Campus food: it's not just a lunch lady wearing a hairnet anymore. Check out what campuses across the country are doing to entice students to eat in the dining halls.
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Common App Essay About a Belief or Idea

How do your beliefs and ideas shape who you are as a person? The Common Application prompt that focuses on how those beliefs or ideas were challenged can reveal a
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May I Sit in on a Class?

Sitting in on a college class is a great way to learn more about the academic environment on a college campus. Here are a few recommendations.
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Choose A Major Based on Career Interests? Pros and Cons

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
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What Senior Year Courses Should You Take?

When making up their class schedule for senior year, juniors are often tempted to decrease their load. Not a good idea. Read this article to help you think about the
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