Category Archives: March 2015
Five Sure-fire Tips for a Better Campus Visit
It’s a rite of spring – the spring break campus visit pilgrimage. If you are finding yourself in the throes of scheduling college visits, count yourself among the many high school students doing the same thing. When organizing your visits, … Continue reading
Majoring in the Fine Arts
Students interested in the visual arts may choose to pursue their passion either at a specialized art institute or as an art major at a more comprehensive college. Art schools generally award a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) degree, while … Continue reading
Financial Matters: Comparing Financial Aid Packages
March brings decisions about both admissions and financial aid. An offer of admission is clear but financial aid packages can be confusing. When comparing financial aid awards, the bottom line is the cost of education to you and your family. … Continue reading
Set Yourself Apart through Community Service
In this time of increasing competition, a stellar transcript and strong test scores are necessary, but not sufficient, for admission to selective colleges. Admissions officers are looking beyond academic qualifications to a student’s interests, values and character. One way to … Continue reading
Best of the Web
Recently, college advisors across the U.S. were asked to nominate their favorite sites for college planning. You may already know about some of these sites, but check out those you have not yet visited. Favorite college data sites: collegedata.com – … Continue reading
