Planning for college can be stressful, but breaking the planning process down into workable steps can help relieve some of the pressure. Today, let’s take a look at a few things you should consider when you are selecting a college major. Don’t feel trapped – Obviously, switching a major could get pricey if you pay …
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Depending on the college that you are applying to, you may need one or more letters of recommendation to attach to the application. This means you could need quite a few of these letters, even if some meet the criteria of multiple applications. Here are a few tips when it comes to asking for college …
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When you are submitting your college applications, you may find that they want you to attach some letters of recommendation. What are these letters, why are they requested, and how important are they? Here is what you need to know. What is a letter of recommendation? It is a short note from a guidance counselor, …
A private college counselor can provide many benefits for students who are preparing to continue their education journey. Here are just a few of the reasons to hire a private college counselor if you plan on going to a university after graduating high school. You want to get into one of your reach schools – …
Test anxiety can be a dream-crusher for students who hope their standardized test scores will help get into the university of their choice. Here are a few advanced tips to help. Know the material – Okay, so this may seem basic. But it takes research, and perhaps the help of a professional course, to understand …
Planning for and applying to college can seem overwhelming at times. But a college Counselor can help a student and their family to navigate the complicated and sometimes frustrating process. Here are a few examples of things a college counselor may be able to help you with: Crafting a balanced college list – You’re going …
You do great in school. In fact, you have recommendations from teachers showing how hard of a worker you are and how good of an understanding you have of various concepts. The only problem is – you freeze up when it’s time to take a test. That can be a particular issue when standardized tests …
There are some basic tips that can help you get the most from your college visits, but if you’ve read about those over and over again, we’re going to deliver a few more that you may not have heard. Here are some advanced tips for getting the most from your college visits. Explore virtual visit …
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College visits can help you get a good grasp on the experience at a university so you know which is your favorite and what to expect. Here are a few quick tips to help you get the most from your college visits. Select the right schools – You won’t be able to visit every college …
If you are in your junior year of high school, this spring is the ideal time to be visiting colleges. A sophomore needs to be thinking about which schools to visit next year. Here are a couple of tips to help you nail the college visitation experience, so you can make good decisions when application …
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