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Financial Aid Timeline for High School Seniors

November 22, 2024

Applying for financial aid in a timely manner is a critical part of the college admissions process. Follow Great College Advice’s timeline for staying on track.

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Choosing A College: Don’t Ignore The Cost

November 14, 2024

Great College Advice shares tips on how to research the actual cost of a college.

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Grades and Course Rigor Matter the Most in College Admissions

November 5, 2024

What factors carry the most weight when college admissions officers are evaluating applicants? The team at Great College Advice analyzes recent survey data to see what colleges deem most important in your application.

Why the ‘Community’ Essay has Become More Important in College Admissions

October 31, 2024

The ‘Community’ Supplemental Essay is an opportunity for you to provide insight into your unique background and how you will contribute to a campus community.

What Do College Admissions Look For in an Essay?

October 23, 2024

What do college admissions officers look for in an essay? It’s a difficult question, because every essay is different–and every applicant is different. However, Great College Advice’s Sarah Farbman offers tips on what your college essay should contain.

How to Write a Great ‘Why This College?’ Essay

October 16, 2024

Great College Advice’s Andrea Aronson discusses the do’s and don’ts for crafting the ‘Why Our College?’ supplemental essay.

Get Accepted–with Scholarships

December 14, 2022 / Jared Hobson

Mark Montgomery, expert educational consultant, uses his insider knowledge of the college admissions process to help you navigate the world of scholarships and save money on tuition.

School’s Out! Top 10 Summertime Tips for College Admission

January 29, 2019 / Jared Hobson

Summer is a good time to relax and recharge--and prepare for the college admissions process. Learn what you can do to give yourself an edge (and have fun, too!).

How to Choose the Best College For You?

December 21, 2015 / Jared Hobson

With over 4,000 colleges in the USA, how do you know which one is the perfect fit for you? College admissions expert Mark Montgomery will use his encyclopedic knowledge of

Get Into the Best Colleges For You

December 11, 2015 / Jared Hobson

College admissions expert Mark Montgomery can help you find the college of your dreams, and will use his insider knowledge to guide you through the admissions process.

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Getting Into Top Universities

December 9, 2015 / Jared Hobson

Mark Montgomery is a college admissions insider: that means he knows the ropes, and can offer invaluable help in your college search.

The Student-to-Faculty Ratio: A Bogus Statistic You Should Ignore

May 13, 2009 / Jared Hobson

Student-to-faculty ratios mislead. While they are oft-cited indicators of teaching quality, these ratios have no bearing on an individual student's educational experience.

Financial Aid Timeline for High School Seniors

November 22, 2024 / Jared Hobson

Applying for financial aid in a timely manner is a critical part of the college admissions process. Follow Great College Advice’s timeline for staying on track.

Choosing A College: Don’t Ignore The Cost

November 14, 2024 / Andrea Aronson

Great College Advice shares tips on how to research the actual cost of a college.

Grades and Course Rigor Matter the Most in College Admissions

November 5, 2024 / Jared Hobson

What factors carry the most weight when college admissions officers are evaluating applicants? The team at Great College Advice analyzes recent survey data to see what colleges deem most important

Why the ‘Community’ Essay has Become More Important in College Admissions

October 31, 2024 / Jared Hobson

The 'Community' Supplemental Essay is an opportunity for you to provide insight into your unique background and how you will contribute to a campus community.