Embark on your college planning journey with confidence through our ‘College Planning’ category. This resource is dedicated to guiding students and families through the complexities of preparing for college, from selecting the right institution to securing financial aid. Discover step-by-step guides, tips for successful applications, and strategies for making the most out of high school to ensure college readiness.
Whether targeting HBCUs or exploring a range of educational paths, gain the insights you need to navigate the college selection process, understand financial options, and lay a solid foundation for your academic future. Start planning today for a brighter tomorrow.
Colleges and universities all across the nation are in full swing as another academic year has begun. To the chagrin of both students and their parents, the cost of a college education has skyrocketed in the last five years. In August of this year, the New York Federal Reserve released its Quarterly Report on Household […]
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Over my past decade as an educator, I have been in the position to choose students for a number of different opportunities. I have been on program admission and scholarship selection panels charged with evaluating teens on a number of different data points including grades, community service and extra-curricular activities. One surprising, unadvertised factor is
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A mentor is someone who can provide guidance in all areas of your career. Here are a few tips for high school students to find one that’s right for them.
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What does your facebook or twitter page say about you? Your online reputation matters when you’re applying for colleges and internship programs. If your page does not reflect anything good about your personality, it’s time to clean it up. Even if your social media connections are strictly limited to your family and friends, there is
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Packing is such a time consuming task, no matter what you are doing it for. College can be extra stressful because it’s your first time living on your own in your own environment. Take the time to make of list of what you need to bring to school. Remember not to over-pack because you are
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Preparing for college or a career school may seem overwhelming if you are in need of financial aid. But don’t fear: the U.S. Department of Education’s Office on Federal Student Aid can help you acquire the funding you need for your education. The U.S. Department of Education’s Office on Federal Student Aid is the largest
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Yes, its true! You don’t have be an ESPN rated…Rivals.com or a 5 Star rated athlete to earn a full or partial athletic scholarship from a college or university. All you have to be is determined…determined to earn that scholarship. How do you go about earning an athletic scholarship? There are several things you must
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Most college freshmen change their major at least once. This is totally normally. Not many students start college knowing exactly what they want to do, so they try different things out until they find something they love. Choosing your major is an important step in life. It is a major determining factor in how well
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