College

There is a big misconception that college is only for people that have money, or for people that have the … Read more

In this great country of ours, anybody that wants to go to college and gets accepted into college can have … Read more

Not everyone has perfect credit, nor do they come from families with money to spare for college. There are only … Read more

Your score on the SAT is bad. Now, the deadline for applications is quickly approaching, and you have no chance … Read more

It’s a myth that circles during fall term as new freshmen move into the dorms and Greek community, how to … Read more

There are some basic tasks you should learn BEFORE you go to college. These include: 1. Balancing your checkbook It … Read more

Make a list of things to do when you arrive on campus as an incoming freshman student on move-in day.  … Read more

Below is a general outline of the primary guides we recommend you follow to begin your college and university admission process. … Read more

The entire process will take much longer than you think. For each college, there is a multiple-page application that often … Read more

Students have 6 options for college admission: Early Decision: Typically due November 1. Early Action/Early Application: Typically due November 1 … Read more

For most students, education loans are a necessary part of their financial aid package. Families must determine the amount of … Read more

Many college freshmen obtain an on-campus job (including Federal Work Study jobs) to earn money to pay college expenses or … Read more

The CSS/PROFILE is a lengthy financial aid application very similar to the FAFSA. While the FAFSA is used to award … Read more

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is required by virtually all colleges for students to receive need-based financial … Read more

Your summer activities should reinforce your student theme and support an overall college application strategy. Summer activities should be interesting … Read more

Scholarship interviews can be held with college financial aid officers for specific campus-based scholarships or with local scholarship sponsors (such … Read more

Begin researching scholarships (if you haven’t already). Learn what scholarships and grants are offered by foundations, clubs, businesses, and organizations … Read more

Request Teacher/Counselor Recommendation Forms (or Letters of Recommendation) in the first week in October – DON’T DELAY IN MAKING REQUESTS. … Read more

Students, and especially parents, should understand all aspects of financial aid process. Detailed discussion of scholarship, grant, and loan application … Read more

Start early on your college applications and application essays. This is a lengthy, involved process in which many colleges require … Read more