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Erin Barnes: August 26, 2025
Financial aid for college is available through several different sources. Understanding the types of financial aid sources is paramount in minimizing the cost of college. According to the College Board’s Trends in Student Aid, $256.7 billion in...
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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...
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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,...
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Erin Barnes: November 04, 2024
Seniors, it's November. AKA college application time!
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Erin Barnes: October 09, 2024
Your senior year is approaching! After years of hard work, you’ve decided to apply to college (or pursue a career!). Needless to say, this year is...
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Erin Barnes: July 15, 2024
So, you’d like to be involved in your child’s college search, but you’re not sure how to go about it without inadvertently taking over the process....
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Erin Barnes: June 18, 2024
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...
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Erin Barnes: June 17, 2024
If you’re a student considering applying to college, you've probably been told by many people in your life to create a college list. But the question...
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Erin Barnes: June 10, 2024
Junior year of high school is a key point in the college planning process. Between preparing for standardized tests and keeping up with...
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Erin Barnes: April 13, 2024
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...
