The Common App essay may seem like one of the most daunting parts of the college admission process. However, remember...
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The Common App, which is an application that allows applicants to apply to many colleges at once, includes an...
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"Where do we even start?” I hear this all the time from parents when they first contact me. When you hire a college planning service (also known as an independent educational consultant) to help you plan your child’s next four years, you want to get the most out of...
What You Can Expect When Working with College Planning Experts
When you want to hire a college planning expert (also known as an independent educational consultant) you need to know the No. 1 secret. … and that is… Hire someone with loads of admissions experience! Check out my own example: Prior to Campus to Career...
Financial Aid before the FAFSA: What is the Prior-Prior Year?
The thought of filing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form can be intimidating and confusing to many families. What I often find to be the first point of confusion for many families is understanding the correct base tax year that the FAFSA will use...
Ultimate College Planning Guide for High School Students
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