Freshmen and sophomore years are the perfect time to try many different activities so you can zero in on your unique passions later in high school. “What extracurricular activities will impress colleges the most?” That’s a question we hear frequently … Continued
Connecticut College is a small (1800) liberal arts school located in New London, CT. It’s a beautiful campus located right on the water….idyllic really. The campus is pretty selfcontained, and most students live on campus for all 4 years. CC … Continued
“What extracurricular activities will impress colleges the most?” That’s a question we hear frequently from students, and our answer is always the same: “Do what you love and make your mark.” That’s it, end of story! Early high schools years … Continued
Including out-of-state schools in your college search may help you identify the right school at the right price. Many of the in-state public options SEEM like a good price point, but then students are lingering for far too long (6-7 … Continued
Quest University is set in glacier carved mountains and fjords on the sacred ancestral lands of the Squamish Nation. Located about 1 hour north of Vancouver, Canada, the campus sits in a truly stunning location. Quest University was founded in … Continued
Admission to the UC’s has become daunting, but if students work HARD at making applications accurate, detailed and cohesive, the chance of getting admitted will improve significantly! We have seen it with our own students in droves. Yesterday we met … Continued
FAFSA is the ONLY route to qualifying for federal financial aid, including loans. (https://blog.ed.gov/2017/09/8-steps-to-filling-out-the-fafsa-form/) It’s no secret that attending college can be expensive, and more often than not, students struggle to pay off college expenses. With federal loans and financial … Continued
Do the best Letters of Recommendation need to come from teachers who awarded you with a high grade? Not necessarily! Effective recommendations come from teachers who know you well, who are asked early, and who have been impressed with your … Continued
Create a balanced list of colleges and universities during junior year. It’s important to start researching your options early. Look at the UC’s, CSU’s, plus other public and private schools–both in and out of state. Don’t simply settle for just … Continued
As we like to say, financial aid is not sexy, but it’s well worth your time. Doing research and understanding the process can help make your child’s education significantly more affordable down the road. It will also reduce your stress. … Continued