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College Questions You Might Be Too Afraid to Ask
You may have tons of questions about college that you’re afraid to ask. Even if it seems silly, it’s not! In fact, it’s great that you are taking care to understand and gather...
When You’re Unable to Pay Tuition
It takes strength and resilience to pursue your education when financial insecurity is a part of that experience. Finding yourself suddenly unable to pay tuition is a stressful...
Free ACT Prep Resources
Preparing for standardized tests is a huge part of the college planning process, it can also be a pricey one. Luckily, there are ACT resources that help you prepare for free!...
Getting Involved in College
There’s no doubt starting college can be a stressful transition: bidding your family farewell, splitting up from lifelong friends, even snuggling your dog one last time...
5 Tips for Your College Tour
A college tour is the best way to get to know a college and help you decide if it’s a good fit for you. Check out our tips for making the most of these visits. Happy visiting!...
Questions to Ask on Your College Visits
College visits are an important step within the college search process. Experiencing campus in-person gives you the opportunity to imagine your life if you attended that school....
Susana @ Siena College
Meet Susana, an English major at Siena College in Loudonville, NY. She previously attended Port Chester High School. What factors were most important when you decided to go to...
Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs)
What are Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI)? Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI) are colleges with greater than 25% of their undergraduate enrollment identifying as Hispanic or...
Matching Your College Major to Career Goals
As a college student, it’s okay if you don’t know exactly what you want to do after you graduate. You have plenty of time to figure it out! However, there are some steps you can...
Different Campus Settings
As you start your college search, you may not have considered the importance of campus setting. By understanding the different environments of college campuses, you can choose a...
8 Winter Break Productivity Tips
During a season full of twinkling lights and holiday cheer, maintaining concentration can feel like the greatest challenge of all. Before you postpone your studies until the new...
Schools for Student Parents
The thought of simultaneously raising children and earning a college degree may seem like an impossible undertaking. With the pandemic shifting the way colleges and universities...
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