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The Ins and Outs of the ACT - illustration of student working on laptop with ACT test papers behind them

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The Ins and Outs of the Enhanced ACT

Sara Laszlo: June 13, 2025

This blog post was provided by Test Innovators, our test prep partner. You can learn more about Test Innovators on our partners page.

Standardized Tests Students Parents and Guardians

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Intentionality in the College Search Process

Peter Van Buskirk: April 29, 2025

When it comes time to think about college, it’s important to slow down and consider why you'd like to attend college and engage in conscious...

College Search and Discovery Students

illustration of counselor looking at bar graph with dollar sign on it and SAT paper - You're In. Now What? Strategies For Evaluating Enrollment Options

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You're In. Now What? Strategies For Evaluating Enrollment Options

Peter Van Buskirk: April 25, 2025

Congratulations! After months of waiting, you have now heard from the colleges you applied to and, odds are, you’ve been admitted to more than one!...

Financial Aid College Admissions and Applications Students Parents and Guardians

graphic of student and counselor sitting at table while counselor types on laptop - Tips for Requesting College Recommendations (+Helpful Form)

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Tips for Requesting Letters of Recommendation (Helpful Form Included)

Erin Barnes: April 24, 2025

Completing your college applications is undoubtedly a big task. As you focus on checking off the to-dos and getting closer to having a complete...

College Admissions and Applications Students

graphic of student sitting cross legged on floor with laptop in lap, books next to her on the floor, and question marks above her head - Course Selection: Strategies for Choosing Your High School Courses [Podcast Recap]

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Strategies for Choosing Your High School Courses [Podcast Recap]

Abby deSilva: April 17, 2025

This article is a recap of an episode from our podcast: Course Selection: Strategies for Choosing Your High School Courses. Are you a junior or...

Podcast Courses and Academics Students Parents and Guardians

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Considering Scoir for Your High School? Here’s What You Need to Know

Abby deSilva: April 10, 2025

Hey there, counselors! 👋

Webinar Counselors

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Comparing the Coalition and Common App Essay Prompts

Erin Barnes: April 09, 2025

As part of your college application process, many colleges will require an admissions essay. This is your opportunity to highlight your strengths,...

College Search and Discovery Students

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5 Ways to Make the Most of Your Summer

Elena Polin: April 09, 2025

Hey, it’s Elena! Summer is nearly here (thank gosh ☀️) and for right now, you’re probably thinking, “I’ll be seeing my friends all summer, thank...

College Admissions and Applications Students

Graphic of hand holding a bag with the USD symbol on it - Your Guide to Merit Scholarships

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Your Guide to Merit Scholarships: 8 Types Every Family Should Know

Matt Carpenter: April 04, 2025

This post comes to you from our friends at College Aid Pro, here to help make paying for college a little less stressful.

Financial Aid Students Parents and Guardians

illustration of student working with student at desk with papers on it with Scoir dashboard in the background - Spark Career Curiosity Early with Scoir for Middle Schools

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Spark Career Curiosity Early with Scoir for Middle Schools

Abby deSilva: March 24, 2025

As a middle school counselor, you know that Gen Alpha has their own way of saying things (What is Skibidi? Who knows).

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