Working With High School Counselors vs. Hiring A Professional College Consultant
When it comes to the intricate journey of college planning, the decision between relying solely on your high school counselor or seeking the expertise of a private professional college consultant is not one to be taken lightly. This choice holds significant weight, as it can shape the financial future of both the student and their
Questions Families Should Ask Before Their Student Starts Or Returns To College Due To The Corona Virus
Many colleges and universities are saying the coronavirus will spread if students come back to campus in the fall. However, many college administrators are contemplating over how to restart their classes regard less of the public health crisis that exists with Covid-19. According to the Chronicle of Higher Education, which is tracking more than 860
The Corona Gap
Thousands of students around the country are rethinking their fall 2020 college decision. Many wonder whether they will go to college this fall at all. There are many factors that attribute to the diminished excitement about attending freshman year in college. Committing to a campus sight unseen is a gamble for most students. Students are
Admission And Financial Aid Realities Part 2
Most families that have students that will be attending college will face completing financial aid forms. Many of these individuals have been told completing the financial aid forms is simple and can be completed in less than an hour. While others have been told the financial aid forms are complicated and difficult to understand. Needless
Admission And Financial Aid Realities Part 1
Most families that have students that will be attending college will face completing financial aid forms. Many of these individuals have been told completing the financial aid forms is simple and can be completed in less than an hour. While others have been told the financial aid forms are complicated and difficult to understand. Needless
Are you ready for college? Tips from the experts on college planning and individual learning needs
Written by Stan Ezekiel and Rachel Buday There is no need to stress about preparing for college. Your junior and senior years in high school are demanding enough without losing your cool while getting ready for some serious college planning. In this article, Stan Ezekiel of College Planning Group, and Boston-area Learning Specialist, Rachel Buday,
Scholarship And Student Loan Scams
Over the last several years, college’s cost has increased more than inflation as well as family income thus forcing many families to look for alternative ways of paying for the cost of a college education. Students, as well as their parents, are borrowing more money to help pay for college expenses than ever before. A
Get Packing for College
Shop ‘til you drop or pack just the essentials, it’s all in how you look at it! Needed school supplies: Laptop, notebook, backpack, pens/pencils, a sturdy water bottle, extra USB cables, extra phone chargers. Bedding: Most dorm beds are extra-long twin size. You will need 2 sets of extra-long sheet sets, (top sheet, fitted sheet,
Recruiting Process Through The Eyes Of College Coaches
For many college coaches, recruiting is by far the most important part of building a successful athletic program. The process can be frustrating, time-consuming and in some circumstances, disorganized for the high school athlete and the college coach. Many families of student-athletes do not realize that college coaches spend 50% or more of their time