by Caitlin Vogt | Sep 19, 2021 | Applying to College, Parents, Families & Mentors, Paying for College
Reading Time: 4 minutes When you’re new to the financial aid process, some terms may sound like a different language. Here we define a list of terms to help you through this process. The terms listed below are pretty universal amongst colleges in the USA, but there...
by Caitlin Vogt | Sep 14, 2021 | Applying to College
Reading Time: 2 minutes If you are interested in the arts, you may have to decide between college and conservatory. Here we will cover the ways conservatory differs from college arts programs. We will also talk about how you can make the choice for yourself. How Does...
by Caitlin Vogt | Sep 14, 2021 | Applying to College, Life During COVID-19
Reading Time: 3 minutes In past years, you may have heard all about the importance of visiting colleges in-person to gain a better understanding of the campus, culture, and overall fit. With the pandemic moving campus tours online, you may be discouraged at the...
by Caitlin Vogt | Sep 10, 2021 | Applying to College
Reading Time: 2 minutes With so many colleges to choose from, finding the perfect one for you may seem impossible. No matter where you are in the college search process, you may feel super stressed. Here are some steps to reduce stress in the college search and...
by Caitlin Vogt | Sep 6, 2021 | Applying to College
Reading Time: 2 minutes Your college essays are an important part of the college application process. They serve as a way to communicate your uniqueness to admissions officers and show how passionate you are about their school. Some colleges will have specific prompts...
by Bianca Black | Sep 5, 2021 | Applying to College
Reading Time: 2 minutes As you may already know, there are several different types of colleges. To help you find your best fit, we broke down the most common types! Private Colleges/Universities A private college/university may be right for you if you like seeing...
by Caitlin Vogt | Sep 2, 2021 | Applying to College, Career Planning
Reading Time: 2 minutes When thinking about college degrees, you may only think about the classic bachelor’s degree you earn at a four-year university. However, there are all different types out there! Read on to learn more: Certificate Programs Undergraduate...
by Bianca Black | Aug 26, 2021 | Applying to College, College Life
Reading Time: 2 minutes Choosing a college major is a daunting task. Take comfort in knowing that the major listed on your application is not set in stone. It’s perfectly acceptable to be “undecided” or choose a major once you’ve started classes. Here are...
by Caitlin Vogt | Aug 21, 2021 | Applying to College, High School Life
Reading Time: 2 minutes When senior year finally rolls around, you will find that there are a ton of perks to being a big fish in a small pond. You have all the advantages of off-campus lunch privileges, better parking spots, senior prom, senior pranks, and of course,...
by Caitlin Vogt | Aug 21, 2021 | Applying to College
Reading Time: 2 minutes If you’re starting your college list and application process, you may be wondering how many schools to apply to. It’s a good question! The magic number of applications differs from student to student. Read on to figure out how many college...
by Bianca Black | Aug 21, 2021 | Applying to College
Reading Time: 5 minutes The terms listed below are pretty universal among all colleges in the USA, but there may be terms specific to each college. Don’t be afraid to ask your admissions counselor questions about certain acronyms or processes. Their goal is to ensure...
by Bianca Black | Aug 21, 2021 | Applying to College, Paying for College
Reading Time: 3 minutes Do you worry about paying the costs associated with the college application process? You’re not alone! We have compiled a list of resources to help offset those costs. Some of the opportunities mentioned can be utilized by all students...
