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A Beginner’s Guide to College Financial Aid

Posted July 26, 2018, 12:00 pm

Financial aid can be a confusing part of the college application process. Even if your parents can afford to pay for college, it’s a good idea to learn what aid...

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Decode the Common App College Essay Prompts for 2018-19

Posted July 25, 2018, 12:00 pm by Sara Nolan

Here’s the deal: When it comes time to write your Common Application college personal essay, it’s not really about the prompt. It’s what you do with it and how deep...

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AP FAQs: What You Need To Know About Advanced Placement

Posted July 12, 2018, 12:00 pm by Jason Patel

There are several ways you can set yourself apart academically from your peers. One common way to do this is by taking Advanced Placement courses and exams during your high...

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How to Avoid a College Rejection by Crafting the Perfect Application List

Posted July 10, 2018, 4:00 pm by Jason Patel

Join a group of parents whose students are getting college admissions letters and you’re going to hear the same conversations. Some are elated, others are confused, and many are disappointed....

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How to Avoid Making The College Essay A Battleground

Posted June 19, 2018, 12:00 pm by Sara Nolan

The notorious college essay can become a battleground of underlying stress and tension for parents and teens. They both care about the outcome, but (or because of this) communication about...

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Parents: Make Sure You Understand All About These College Loans

Posted May 8, 2024, 1:05 pm by Shannon Vasconcelos

College is expensive. Yes, really expensive. Even families who don’t qualify for financial aid can often struggle to pull together the funds to pay a $10,000, $20,000 or $30,000 bill...

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