by Allison | Jul 25, 2015 | Academics, Blog, Career Exploration, Exploring College Options, Headlines
(but it will go on your permanent record) Do you know all of the types of jobs available in a particular industry and the best academic pathway to that professional goal? Easy question, right? Say you are interested in politics. Sounds clear cut? But wait — do...
by Allison | May 9, 2015 | Admissions process, Blog, College Visits, Exploring College Options, Headlines, Helpful Links: Exploring College Options, Visiting Schools
(or lessons from the college road trip trenches). This spring break my son and I traveled to Washington, DC and visited three schools. He also had the chance to visit two schools in New York before we left for on our trip. We had a lot of fun together weighing the...
by Allison | Mar 30, 2015 | Blog, Financial Aid, Funding your Education, Headlines
Just what does all this mumbo jumbo on my financial aid letter actually mean? Financial aid letters do not all look the same, making it difficult to compare each school’s offer. To make sense of it all you will need to approach all of your offers similarly. A...
by Allison | Mar 29, 2015 | Admissions process, Blog, Headlines, Waitlist
Why did this happen and what can I do? Were you waitlisted at one or more of your schools? Why did this happen and what can you do? Most important to remember–all waitlisted students are excellent candidates and good fit for the school. There were likely many...
by Allison | Feb 22, 2015 | Blog, Financial Aid, Funding your Education, Headlines, Part time job
Working while you are a college student is a great way to build your skills and learn time management as you juggle academics, work, co-curricular activities, and your social life. Earning some cash is not a bad thing either. Without much extra work or planning in...
by Allison | Jan 19, 2015 | Academics, Blog, Exploring College Options, Headlines, Helpful Links: Exploring College Options
No rest for the weary. Juniors are heading straight into the college exploration process and then (without stopping) right into the application process. It is a stressful time for students and parents. Here are some tips for reducing stress, staying focused,...
