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Tips and Strategies for a Successful College Admission Interview

By: Peter Van Buskirk | 12/12/19

The impressions we make in life are important as we meet people, seek new opportunities and build relationships. In fact, good impressions can make a big difference in defining the quality of life we might experience. 
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SAT and ACT Resource Guide: From Free Prep to Private Tutoring

By: Julie Kampschroeder | 12/09/19

“Help! My daughter is a junior, and I have no idea what to do. Should she take the SAT? The ACT? How should she prepare? Do we use a tutor? An online class? Which ...
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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 ...
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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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