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Fall College Planning Tips: Preparing for College Application Season

By: Erin Barnes | 09/23/20

With a new school year underway, so begins the next college application season. Over the coming months, high school students need to establish a pace of good planning, positive energy, and careful execution. 
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The Social & Emotional Impacts of COVID-19 [Video]

By: Erin Barnes | 08/25/20

This two-part video series follows my conversations with Dr. Robert Avossa. Listen in to hear us discuss how we can stay well - emotionally and socially - during this ...
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Finding Internships in a Virtual Working World

By: Erin Barnes | 08/18/20

As we head into another school year, finding an internship may be on your mind. Traditionally, internships are all about gaining hands-on experience. However, as more ...
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Fall College Planning: Tips for Submitting College Applications

By: Erin Barnes | 08/07/20

The start of a new school year is here. If you’re a high school senior considering applying to college, it’s important to be organized and purposeful in your final ...
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The Beginning Stages of Creating a College List

By: Erin Barnes | 07/22/20

If you’re a rising high school senior that is considering applying to colleges in the fall, now is the time that your college list will take form. Developing a ...
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Finding a College That is a “Good Fit” for Your Academic Needs

By: Erin Barnes | 06/17/20

Are you a strong swimmer or do you prefer to wade into shallow water where the bottom is visible and footing is certain? Most people expose themselves to water and ...
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How to Know if a College is Right for You: Finding Your Best Fit

By: Erin Barnes | 06/10/20

Finding a college that is truly the best fit for you can be a difficult task to accomplish. With over 3,000 colleges and universities across the country, how do you ...
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Need-Blind vs Need-Aware and Meeting Full Financial Need

By: Erin Barnes | 05/21/20

When it comes time to look into financial aid for college, you’re very likely to come across three terms that seem simple enough but actually aren’t so cut-and-dry. ...
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5 Tips for Requesting Letters of Recommendation (Helpful Form Included)

By: Erin Barnes | 05/13/20

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 application ...
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Helping Your High Schooler Take Ownership of their College Search

By: Erin Barnes | 05/07/20

The college search and application process is more confusing and overwhelming than in years past. It’s not realistic to expect your high schooler to handle things ...
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