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 | Feb 11, 2015 | College Visits, Making the Right Choice, Uncategorized
Good question. Not all schools require these subject-based tests or AP exams and who wants to sit down for an extra exam? Well, think about this a bit more before you make your final registration decisions for next year. The most important part of your college...
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,...
by Allison | Apr 28, 2014 | Blog, Exploring College Options, Making the Right Choice
You are now in the final stages of senior year but next year you will be the ‘new’ kid on campus. Hard to believe. While you are preparing for your next academic adventure here are some items to keep to help you finish high school right. Do finish your...
by Allison | Apr 24, 2014 | Blog, Financial Aid, Helpful Links: Financial Aid, Making the Right Choice, Uncategorized
Financial aid packages are confusing. The line items can look innocuous but you need to look more closely at the underlying roots to learn the long term implications. Loans have varying (and variable) interest rates, work-study funds are not credited to your...
by Allison | Apr 1, 2014 | A1EC News, Blog, Identifying Goals
You don’t need to hike the Himalayas or write the great American novel to impress college admissions counselors. Take time this summer to pursue career interests and develop marketable skills with a part-time job or internship/job shadowing opportunity. A...
