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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
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
They call themselves “The Rising Star of Texas,” and that pride shows through on campus and across the town on San Marcos. Texas State University is a large (30,803 students) public university that everyone says has the feel of a … Continued
A student’s “demonstrated interest” can be a pivotal factor when it comes to admissions decisions. Don’t take those colleges for granted, TELL THEM if you are intriqued with their campus and interested in their programs. Colleges want to feel that … Continued
Brandeis is a small liberal arts school (3319) in the Boston suburbs, founded in 1948 because at that time if a student wasn’t white, Christian and male, it was hard to get admitted to college. Brandeis wanted to create opportunities … Continued
How do you build a good college list? Ask yourself, what are my criteria? Here are some examples of criteria that will likely be important: What do I want to study? Where am I willing to go, geographically? (Students who … Continued
Get a jump on your college essays and when many applications open on August 1st, you’ll be way ahead of the game! Rising seniors often spend their entire break in total “relax” mode–not a great idea. Spend your precious summer … 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
You want to hear the secret to producing GREAT college applications? Start working on the writing process in June. Many admissions folks complain that although it is clear many applicants have worked diligently during high school, they often throw together … Continued
In the college world there are so many college “hidden gems” out there! Don’t limit your choices to local or name brand schools. While UC & CSU campuses are popular options among California high school students and their parents, there … Continued