School counselors are valuable assets for high school students planning for and applying to college—they just need to know the best questions to ask.
Read MoreWe know how to support our clients through college rejection—the words to say, the steps to encourage them to take—but it may also help if they understand why, exactly, their application was denied in the first place.
Read More11 facts about merit-based scholarships to help you and your clients better understand what makes these scholarships different.
The results of ACT’s® 2022 Graduating Class National Profile Report is ringing the alarm: academic preparedness is in serious decline. Students’ increasing inability to display the skills required to meet benchmark standards in college readiness is at a major low point as evidenced by the data.
Read MoreAccessing financial aid for college starts with the (FAFSA®). Find out what changes students and families can expect from the 2022-2023 and the 2023-2024 FAFSA®.
It’s not news that colleges love to see applications with advanced placement courses listed; higher-level high school and college-level courses clearly demonstrate a student who works hard and strives to challenge themselves. But, what can students do if their high schools don’t offer AP courses?
Read MoreFor students looking to take advantage of any and all available financial assistance and lower their college costs, there is a wealth of scholarships up for grabs—they just need to know where to look!
There are many factors to consider when students look at in- versus out-of-state colleges. Help them to consider all of the important details as the weigh the pros and cons of each.
Read MoreStarting a new school year while also studying for the ACT® or SAT® can be a lot to take on, but the benefits far outweigh the costs. With a well-balanced plan to follow, they’ll be more than able to take on the October tests— just don’t let them forget to register!
Read MoreIt’s important for students to consider mental health and self-care when choosing a college.
Read MoreThe return of in-person learning is helping students make huge strides in their academic achievements, and we’re finally seeing progress made by students recovering from COVID learning loss. With grades and test scores on the rise, get ready for college admissions to become even more competitive.
Read MoreThe Common App’s application system has proven to be an effective platform for applicants to search and apply to multiple participating schools all from one location. Recently, Common App announced pivotal changes both in adding more member institutions and in making a more inclusive and accommodating college application process for all.
Read MoreHosting a free college readiness event is a prime marketing opportunity for your test-prep business and an excellent chance to connect with your local community. It’s an ideal way to gather together existing students as well as prospective clients to help them navigate the college application and admissions process.
Read MoreOur rising high school seniors have spent time curating their lists of prospective colleges and universities. But now, those students are coming to a point of compass. How do they choose which schools to apply to, and which schools are simply pipe dreams? Now is an excellent time to help your students begin to narrow down their college search.
Read MoreBefore we send off our college-bound students, it’s pertinent to provide them with tips and tricks for how to best budget their time. This is particularly relevant for your clients who find themselves in the limbo of provisional acceptance, rolling admissions, wait lists, or gap years.
Read MoreCollege application platforms like the Coalition App are enhancing the college application process, making it more practical and efficient for students—both academically and economically.
Read MoreTest optional or not, test scores can have a huge impact on the academic courses available to students in their first semesters of college.
Read MoreWhat do provisional admissions mean, and what can students do to make their provisional admission permanent?
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