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Managing College Expectations

By: Peter Van Buskirk | 12/04/19

As they enter the college admission process, most students hold tight to “dream” schools that they believe would be ideal fits for them. Few, however, truly question why they want to attend their “dream” schools, nor have they come to understand ...
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The Best Ways to Get Out in Front of Learning Differences

By: Peter Van Buskirk | 11/21/19

A critical element of your college application is your ability to bring clarity to the interpretation of your academic record. In other words, when there are ...
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How to Help Your Students Through the FAFSA Verification Process

By: Julie Kampschroeder | 11/15/19

The FAFSA process can be overwhelming and daunting to FLI (first generation and/or low income) students – especially because their ability to attend college is ...
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How to Stand Out in The College Application Process: Find Your “Hook”

By: Julie Kampschroeder | 11/11/19

Congratulations! You’ve successfully completed middle school and are now walking the halls of high school. These years fly by, and soon enough you’ll be having ...
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A Guide to The College Application Process and Deadlines

By: Peter Van Buskirk | 11/06/19

The college application season is here! And many high school seniors likely still have questions about where and how to apply as deadlines loom. Despite months and, ...
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How To Write Recommendation Letters for Your Students

By: Julie Kampschroeder | 10/28/19

The weight and responsibility of assisting Title 1 students through the college admissions process is heavy. As counselors, we WANT to do our best to help bridge ...
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8 Tips To Maximize Your Financial Aid Opportunity

By: Peter Van Buskirk | 10/23/19

As the college admission process becomes real to you, the discussion about affordability—and the need of financial aid—also comes into sharper focus. Our last post, ...
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Inside the Financial Aid Process: A Guide for Students and Parents

By: Peter Van Buskirk | 10/11/19

Gaining admission to the college(s) of your choice might weigh heavily on your mind at the moment. The odds are that the prospect of affording college costs looms ...
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How to Write The College Essay: 20 Tips for Success

By: Peter Van Buskirk | 10/03/19

Courses. Grades. Scores. Extracurricular activities. Letters of recommendations. All are historical elements of your college applications. Well established over time, ...
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When to Apply Early Decision or Early Action

By: Peter Van Buskirk | 09/12/19

With the start of your senior year, you're probably beginning to take stock of life beyond high school. If you're like many others, college will be the next step. ...
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