Category Archives: December 2014

Understanding Your Child’s PSAT Scores

Every October, thousands of students take the PSAT exam at high schools across the United States. The PSAT is not used by colleges in the admissions process, but the results can help you better understand your child’s academic strengths and … Continue reading

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Majoring in English

English is the most popular major among liberal arts students. More degrees awarded in English than in any of the other liberal arts disciplines. People who choose an English major are not necessarily aspiring writers or journalists. They do, however, … Continue reading

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Financial Matters: Is Attending College Still Worth the Cost?

Media stories about the rising cost of college education and growing student debt, combined with the lingering economic effects of the recession, have led many people to question whether it still makes financial sense to attend college. The answer is … Continue reading

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Responding to Early Admissions Decisions

Cooler weather, holiday gifts and early college decisions generally arrive in December. If you receive such a message, how and when should you respond? Seniors who receive an offer in response to their early decision application must promptly respond accepting … Continue reading

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