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Why High School Students Should Take the SAT Anyway

Why High School Students Should Take the SAT Anyway

Even though the number of colleges and universities that require SAT scores on applications is decreasing, the test remains crucial for high school students. As of 2023, approximately 950 schools still demanded SAT scores, reflecting its enduring significance in the college admission process. Consider the following reasons to take the SATs during high school, even […]

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The Latest SAT Policy Updates

The Latest SAT Policy Updates

The SAT, a standardized test that many universities in the U.S. consider as a part of the admissions application, has recently announced several updates to its policies. Here are the key changes to be aware of: Digital Format Transition: Since 2024, the SAT has been administered entirely online, aiming to streamline the testing process and

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How to Get More from a Virtual College Tour

An essential element to researching universities is the college tour. However, you may be limited by how far away a college is and how many trips you can take to visit schools. Fortunately, many virtual tours were vastly improved during the pandemic, so you can make this a part of your online research. Here are

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Having a Family Discussion About College Without the Arguing

When you try to talk to your kids about college, does it always turn into an argument? Whether you have different ideas about when they should apply, where they should go, or what major they should pursue, here are a few tips to help you have a better discussion about further education. Talk about careers,

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College Planning for Families

In some households, parents take the responsibility upon themselves to put their kids through college. Because of this, they want control of the planning process as well. In other families, youths plot their own education course 100% independent of their parents. However, at College Planning Source, we find that the best results come when families

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Essential College Planning Webinars for the Whole Family

This past year has changed so many things about life in general, it is no wonder that the college experience has been impacted. That is why College Planning Source has developed an 8-part webinar series to help families navigate the challenges of sending one or more children off to college successfully. The series titles are:

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Family Collaboration Tips for College Planning

Planning for college does not rest solely on the shoulders of children or parents. While some tasks will be assigned to different members of the family, there are a number of aspects that call for collaboration. Here are a few examples: Researching schools – While selecting schools to apply to falls to students, researching schools

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Three Ways to Help Your Student Avoid Burnout

You want your kids to be successful, and sometimes that means you have to push them to their best in school. However, you don’t want your teen to experience burnout as a result of pressure. Here are three tips to help your student excel without feeling the crushing weight of pressure to succeed. Good organization

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College Planning for Parents with Children at Any Age

Even if you are just thinking about having children, it’s never too early to begin planning on how to fund college. Tuition costs are always rising, so smart parents don’t wait until the last minute to begin setting aside money. However, you also want your kids to have the best shot at getting into the

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