Are you a resident of California, or another “western” state? You might take a look at WUE (pronounced “woo-eee”) schools and apply for a chance to get an exceptionally well priced college education! Schools vary in their requirements and not … Continued
Two pilots, one round-the-world cyclist, an inventor, a prolific fundraiser & a pair of beekeepers. What do they all have in common? All seven were admitted to Colorado College last year! Colorado College prides themselves on attracting creative, innovative types … Continued
The family is the single biggest influence on children during the younger years, so talk to your kids about college early. Incorporate college discussions into everyday life, and your kids will get the message very early on that attending college … Continued
College tours provide an opportunity to talk to reps, meet students, see facilities & figure out if you would “fit” there. Talk to students, walk around the campus, eat in the dining halls to better glean the campus vibe. A … Continued
Boise State University is a large, public school located in the capital of Idaho which participates in the WUE program, giving kids from western states a deep discount on their educations. Boise is a small city of 120,000( in the … Continued
Is there a magic formula for pursuing the “perfect” extracurriculars? No there really isn’t! Search around, find opportunities that sound intriguing and just give them a try. For example, a student we know recently stumbled upon a website designed to … Continued
Strong grades set the foundation for predicting your academic success in the future. Grades are a strong determinant of how likely you are to handle college level work, especially when combined with the new taste of freedom. They demonstrate your … Continued
ALL COLLEGES care about 12th grade classes & grades and many students play them down. Students are often under the impression for example, that because UC and CSU decisions are based on 10th and 11th grade classes, their curriculum & … Continued
Spend your summer doing something you want to learn about or pursuing an interest you already have. The choice is yours! Would you deepen interests you already have, or explore something new? Now is a perfect time to start researching … Continued
Research financial aid as soon as your student enters high school. Preparation is key. By setting aside some time to do your financial aid homework, you can be informed about what aid options exist! That way you have a chance … Continued