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Why Student Debt Is So Excessive – And How You Can Avoid It

January 7, 2021

Student debt in the US weighs down young people as they chase their personal & professional dreams. A college admissions consultant shares his tips for families to help them stay out of debt and find colleges that won’t break the bank…and will create future opportunity for students.

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College Timeline for Juniors

January 22, 2020

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.

My Top Financial Aid Information

December 10, 2019

Need to understand the sometimes murky world of financial aid? Here’s an invaluable list of websites that can help you out!

Colleges in Financial Trouble: Moody’s Bond Ratings and US News Rankings

August 14, 2019

Colleges and universities would not be great investments, generally speaking. Moody’s Investor Service has a negative outlook for the sector. A college admissions expert explains what this means.

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5 Misconceptions About How To Get Into College

March 30, 2019

1. I have to do community service. Doing community service is a fine choice for extracurricular activity, if you enjoy it. It can be a

When To Talk to Kids About Student Debt

January 3, 2019

When should you talk to your kids about student debt? As soon as possible. Don’t wait until they are about to graduate. Some debt is good. Some debt amounts to an anvil around a young person’s neck.

What’s the Easiest Way to Get a College Scholarship?

July 18, 2018

Get Good Grades. It’s true. In the realm of college admissions, it’s the geeks who get the biggest scholarships. But wait. Don’t the jocks get

An Easy and Fun Way To Pay for College Tuition

February 16, 2017

What’s the easiest and most fun way to avoid student debt and college loans then you can’t pay tuition for a dream school? Check out this upcoming movie.

College Expert on Saving Money Lynn University Style

June 1, 2016

Mark discusses Lynn University’s innovative approach to helping its students save money.

College Admissions Expert on Financial Aid at Private Universities

April 22, 2016

Mark goes to the University of Miami to illustrate that if you want to get accepted to a great private college and need financial aid, your grades had better match your enthusiasm.

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Common App Essay Prompt #5: Personal Growth

October 2, 2024 / Jared Hobson

In this post, Great College Advice provides insight in how to best address the personal growth Common App essay prompt.

Tips for Prompt #3 of the Common App Essay: Questioning or Challenging a Belief or Idea

September 25, 2024 / Jared Hobson

How do your beliefs and ideas shape who you are as a person? The Common App essay prompt #3 focuses on how those beliefs or ideas being challenged can reveal

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Don’t Be Afraid of (The Failure) Prompt #2 of the Common App Essay

September 21, 2024 / Jamie Berger

Great College Advice's Jamie Berger discusses Prompt #2 of the Common App essay, the failure prompt.

Essay Tips for Prompt #1 of the Common App: Sharing Your Story of What Makes You Unique

September 11, 2024 / Jared Hobson

Writing your Common App essay about your background, identity, interest, or talent is a great way to stand out from the crowd–if you zero in on what the essay prompt

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Common App Essay: Choose Your Own Topic

September 5, 2024 / Jared Hobson

Not sure what to write about for your Common App college essay? Do not fear. You can write about virtually anything – as long as your essay contains fundamental elements.

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Tips for the Common App Essay Prompts

August 27, 2024 / Jared Hobson

Are you having a difficult time getting started on your Common App personal essay? Here are some tips from Great College Advice.

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