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Tips for Applying to College
Applying to college can be overwhelming especially if it's completely new to you. It’s totally normal to have tons of questions about the process. We’ve gathered some FAQs and...
5 Tips For When You’re Struggling in Class
Sometimes classes don’t go quite as planned. Perhaps you fell behind on a couple readings, or maybe math isn’t your best subject... No matter what class you are struggling with,...
7 Things Your School Counselor Can Help With
Your school counselor is an amazing resource for you (and your family) throughout your time in high school. They are there to help you succeed and plan for your future far beyond...
12 Ways to Be More Creative
When it comes to being creative, the more you practice, the better. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to harvest innovation in your everyday routine! (Not all of them being art...
7 Tips for Goal Setting
It’s easy to move through life feeling like you aren’t making any progress or fulfilling your true ambitions. Perhaps it’s time you start thinking about what you wish to gain...
Career Choices: Things to Consider
You will probably change your mind several times when making a career choice, which is totally normal. Before you make the big decision, it’s important to get hands-on experience...
What to Do If You’re Denied, Deferred, or Waitlisted
When it comes down to it, no admissions decision is really final, but your investment of time and energy may vary widely depending on which letter you receive. Check out some...
A FAFSA Guide for the First-Time Applicant
Descarga esta guía en español. You’ve probably heard about the FAFSA…but what exactly is it? Our guide for the first-time FAFSA applicant will break it down for you. First things...
10 Tips for Time Management
With only 24 hours in the day, managing the time we have is a crucial skill to being successful. If you struggle to get things done (like most humans), check out these tips to...
6 Tips to Cure Senioritis
When it comes to senioritis, many believe that the only cure is graduation. Avoiding senioritis is important because you want to finish strong and prepare for the transitions...
Why Your GPA Matters
When it comes to graduating high school or even college, there’s a lot of mixed messages about the relevance of your GPA. Here we will unpack the importance of your GPA at all...
What is in a College Financial Aid Package?
Unsurprising for many students, the financial aid package is a huge factor in determining which college they’ll attend. Every college creates their financial aid packages...
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