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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Best Gifts for the Student in Your Life

The following list offers practical and meaningful gift ideas to support and inspire the student in your life this holiday season.

Posted on December 7th, 2023 by Jessica Black, College Finance Consultant
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COLLEGE VISITS

Campus Visits: How to Get Started and Where to Visit

Campus visit season is around the corner, but where do you even start? Read on for answers to our campus visit FAQ and suggestions for where to visit.

Posted on November 28th, 2023 by Emily Toffelmire, College Admissions Consultant
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

New Ways of Evaluating College Applications; Listener Q&A

On this episode of our college podcast we discuss how admissions offices have adapted the way they review college applications based on world events and trends.

Posted on November 20th, 2023 by Elizabeth Heaton, College Admissions Consultant
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COLLEGE ESSAYS

Are Optional College Essays Really Optional?

When can you skip writing a college essay, and when is it a must? College admissions consultant Lisa Albro explains the nuances of so-called “optional” essays.

Posted on November 17th, 2023 by Lisa Albro, College Admissions Consultant
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When Will the FAFSA Be Available for the 2024-2025 Academic Year?

The Department of Education has recently released guidance on when the FAFSA will be available for the 2024-2025 academic year. Here are the takeaways.

Posted on November 16th, 2023 by Robyn Stewart, College Finance Consultant
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COLLEGE APPLICATIONS

How to Reduce the Cost of Applying to College

College application fees can add up, but many students may be eligible for fee waivers. Read on for more details!

Posted on November 15th, 2023 by Jess Mosley, College Finance Consultant
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

What 9th, 10th, and 11th Graders Can Do Now to Prepare for Admissions; How Students can Financially Prepare for College

We’re focusing on underclassmen on this episode of Getting In: A College Coach Conversation: what can they do now, and what should they be preparing for?

Posted on November 14th, 2023 by Ian Brook Fisher, College Admissions Consultant
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Gap Years; High School Resumes; Aid Timeline for Early Applicants

In this episode of Getting In: A College Coach Conversation we explain whether prospective college students need to include a resume in their applications.

Posted on November 8th, 2023 by Elizabeth Heaton, College Admissions Consultant
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COLLEGE ESSAYS

4 Tips for Writing the University of California Essays

The UC system approaches the essay portion of the college application a little differently than other schools. Follow these 4 tips for success!

Posted on November 6th, 2023 by Gabbi Tobias, College Admissions Consultant
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Public University versus Liberal Arts College; College Finance for Student Visa Holders

Tune into Getting In: A College Coach Conversation for a discussion on the differences between public universities and liberal arts colleges.

Posted on November 2nd, 2023 by Sally Ganga, College Admissions Consultant

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