Category Archives: September 2012
Step by Step Through the Common Application
Last year, nearly 2 1/2 million college applications were submitted using the Common Application. Use of the Common App has streamlined the college application process and simplified applying to multiple colleges that are members of the Common App group. Some … Continue reading
Focus on Majors: What Does “Major” Mean?
“What’s your major?” This may be the most-asked question directed toward college students, but it is also a source of confusion and unease for both secondary and college students alike. So as you make your way through the college search … Continue reading
Financial Matters: Financial Safety Schools and Your College List
According to a recent Bloomberg report, college tuition and fees have surged over 1,100% since records began in 1978. During this time period, college costs have risen faster than nearly any other family expense, and have increased nearly three times … Continue reading
Apps For the College-Bound
Along with the explosion in the number of smart phones in the hands of high school students, comes an abundance of apps to help them with needed tasks. CollegeApp® is the first and only interactive college search tool available on … Continue reading
Making the Most of High School
High school freshmen are confronted with numerous choices of extracurricular activities, sports, and clubs; how can you choose the best ways of spending your limited extra time? Sometimes, students make the mistake of selecting activities that they believe will impress … Continue reading
