Category Archives: May 2014

College Visit Tips for Parents

Touring prospective colleges is a rite of passage for many families and an important part of the college admissions process.  Here are some tips to help parents plan a successful college visit trip. Be selective.  Less is actually more when … Continue reading

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Majors: Environmental Sciences/Studies

Green is in! If you’re interested in preserving our natural resources for future generations, you can get the credentials you’ll need to make a difference through a major in environmental science or environmental studies.  Environmental science programs focus on the … Continue reading

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Financial Matters: Keeping College Costs in Check

The reality of the high cost of college is just now hitting some families as they’ve pored over financial aid offers from colleges.  At many schools, self-help is up and gift aid is down.  That means that colleges are offering … Continue reading

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Use Summer for a Jump Start on Applications

Summer is a great time for rising seniors to get a head start on college applications. But all high school students can use the summer to begin preparing for the college admissions process. This can mean pursuing interests you don’t … Continue reading

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