Colleges want to fill their campuses with good students who will also make an impact socially—it makes their schools more interesting. Active participation in high school builds important social & organizational skills. Take on a leadership role, fundraise for a … Continued
It’s important to fit in academically so you can be comfortable with the workload. Choose a college or university that offers several majors you might be interested in. Students, on average, change majors 2-3 times during college, so you want … Continued
Privates colleges look expensive on paper, but they can be as affordable as state schools. Grants, financial aid, and scholarships more frequently come into play at private universitieswhich can help cover a good portion of your child’s tuition fees if … Continued
If your student feels overwhelmed with the demands of high school, consider a summer school plan. Students who enroll in summer school can open up time for non-academic pursuits during the school year—giving them a chance to explore more with … Continued
Colleges are interested in admitting students who challenge themselves. Not only can you impress colleges with your academic prowess, but you’ll feel more prepared for college level courses once you get there. Here’s how they are similar to college curricula—they … 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
Recently a student we know stumbled upon a website designed to teach coding and thought it sounded interesting. Before deciding to dive into the project full force, he posed this question to us “what are the benefits of doing it?” … 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
Are you a high school junior? It is a busy time indeed! Before you start your college search, slow down and take some time to think about your priorities. It’ll be time well spent. What do you think you want … Continued
Don’t take those colleges for granted, TELL them if you are intrigued with their campus and interested in their programs. Colleges want to feel that if they admit you, there’s a good chance you will accept their offer! They face … Continued