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Virtual Resources for the College Admission Journey

Not being able to visit a college campus, attend a college fair, or meet with college reps at a high school present huge challenges for college-bound students. However, if there's one thing we've all learned this year, it's the power of creative ...

What to Know About Honors Colleges & Residential Colleges

By: Megan Hockenbury | 10/16/20

If you’re in the process of selecting and applying to colleges, it’s important to be aware of certain opportunities that aren't well-publicized and aren't captured by ...

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 ...

4 Questions to Help You Find Your College Fit

By: Peter Van Buskirk | 09/15/20

“Which college is right for me?”

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 ...

The Beginning Stages of Creating a College List

By: Erin Barnes | 07/22/20

If you’re a high school student considering applying to college, you've likely been told by many people in your life who love and care about you to "just start a ...

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 ...

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 ...

An Evaluation Worksheet for Virtual Campus Tours

By: Julie Kampschroeder | 06/01/20

For the foreseeable future, in-person visits to college campuses are not possible with campuses shut down and admission offices working remotely. If you’re a high ...

Intentionality in the College Search Process

By: Peter Van Buskirk | 05/22/20

When it comes time to think about college, it’s important to slow down and think about why you would like to attend college and engage in conscious decision-making ...

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