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High school students (and their parents) are ALWAYS looking for ways to optimize college admission outcomes, and planning well for summer is a key time for students to set themselves apart by making very personal choices. How do you … Continued
Now is a great time to try a new activity so you can hone in on your top favorites by the end of sophomore year. Start off the new year by trying out new activities. Find out what extracurriculars are … Continued
Talk to a financial advisor during your student’s sophomore year (or earlier!) to discuss your family’s financial aid position. College is a big investment so it’s important for you to be informed early on. Early preparation can help prevent unnecessary … Continued
Look for scholarships that are somehow connected to you, your family, or community and apply for them — your family’s unions, churches, employers or organizations you have been involved with throughout your life. Outside scholarships are an excellent way to … Continued
St. Mary’s is a small (4257) Catholic college tucked into lush, rolling hills (with deer and bunnies all around) about 20 minutes east of San Francisco. In the Lasallian tradition, St. Mary’s is focused on “leading an examined life” and … Continued
Do what you love with your free time – there is no magic formula for the “best” extracurriculars. Spend time participating in extracurricular activities that appeal to you. Your choices may be different than what your friends and peers have … Continued
For students, learning how to manage time between academics & extracurriculars takes practice and discipline. With eight hours of “seat-time” a day, piling on extracurriculars may be difficult for some students to handle. Participate in an appropriate amount of outside … Continued
File the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) after January 1st of your senior year (even if you think you won’t qualify). Submit your FAFSA application whether you think you’ll be eligible or not for financial assistance – for … Continued
Parents aren’t aware of how much the college admissions process has changed in the past 20-30 years. More students than ever are seeking college educations making the ever-changing process overly competitive & complicated. Multiple testing agencies, myriad academic choices and … Continued
Beloit College is a small college (1300 students) located in Beloit, Wisconsin which was once described as a microcosm of America with its mix of races and economic brackets. Officially their mascot is the Buccaneer though over the years they’ve … Continued