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Accepted Early Decision? Time to Notify Your Other Schools!

January 23, 2013

Now that you’ve been accepted Early Decision at your school of choice, what should you do about your other applications? Read on for advice on how to communicate with your remaining schools.

Demystifying the CSS Profile

November 29, 2012

Financial aid applications can be overwhelming and confusing! Here’s what you need to know about the CSS Profile and the process of completing it on time.

When Choosing A School: Which Costs Less? Private vs. Public. In-State vs. Out-of-State.

November 1, 2012

The second in our series about mistakes people make when choosing a college. Don’t walk away from a school just because you think it might be too expensive.

Let's Go Shopping! The Financial Aid Shopping Sheet Helps Students Compare Offers

October 22, 2012

The Financial Aid Shopping Sheet, intended to accompany colleges’ own financial aid letters, is designed to make it easier for students and families to compare financial aid offers from different colleges.

College Graduates with the Least and Most Debt

September 20, 2012

How much will your college degree cost? Get a look at the colleges that are graduating students with the most and the least amount of debt.

Financial Aid Primer: #10. When A Financial Aid Package Isn't Enough

February 7, 2012

What should you do if your financial circumstances change and you have a shortfall in your financial aid package? Contact the financial aid office.

Financial Aid Primer: #9. All Financial Aid Packages Are Not the Same

February 2, 2012

What your financial aid package will look like at each college to which you apply is completely unpredictable. And no two packages will look the same. Here’s why…..

Financial Aid Primer: #8. Who Are The Parents?

January 31, 2012

In the case of divorce, who is financially responsible for paying for a student’s college education? The answer may surprise you.

Financial Aid Primer: #7. Information Required For The FAFSA

January 27, 2012

What kind of information is needed to complete the FAFSA? Whose assets are evaluated? Read on for a quick overview.

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.

Cómo aplicar a universidades de EE. UU. desde Argentina en ocho simples pasos

July 3, 2024 / Jared Hobson

Descubre los mejores consejos de expertos nativos para postularte desde Argentina a universidades de EE. UU. ¡Sigue estos simples pasos para comenzar!

How to Apply to U.S. Universities from Argentina in Eight Simple Steps

June 24, 2024 / Jared Hobson

Learn the easiest way to apply to U.S. universities from Argentina.

Key Steps to Applying to American Universities from Chile

June 7, 2024 / Jared Hobson

Discover the essential steps and best-kept secrets for applying to U.S. universities from Chile. Expert advice for a successful application

Pasos clave para postularse a universidades estadounidenses desde Chile

June 4, 2024 / Jared Hobson

Ya sea que tu hijo elija estudiar una maestría o licenciatura que no es común en tu país de origen o que simplemente quiera vivir una experiencia enriquecedora en el

When to Hire a College Counselor

May 23, 2024 / Jared Hobson

When to hire a college counselor: four groups of students who will benefit the most As the college admissions process continues to become more complex and more competitive, more and

Letters of Recommendation for Ivy League Schools

May 17, 2024 / Jared Hobson

Do students need letters of recommendation for Ivy League Schools? In short, yes! For high-achieving, ambitious high school students, the college admissions process can be very stressful. Top-tier colleges and

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