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  • Apr   2017

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    How Counselors Can Help Students Handle Their Deferred-to-Waitlist Agony

    By Laurie Kopp Weingarten

    Being put on a college waitlist after being deferred is a double whammy of indecision, and it can be crushing to the applicant. Unfortunately many counselors may be working with a deferred-to-waitlisted student right now. If you are, here's the best plan of action for you both.

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    college decision, National College Decision Day, final college choice, counselors, deferred to waitlist, deferrals, how to choose a college, waitlist, choosing a college

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  • Mar   2017

    Mon

    27

    The Rapidly Transforming Face of College Admission: Even More Early Options

    By Laurie Kopp Weingarten

    The college admission process has rapidly transformed into an "early game," and many counselors are poised to adapt to the inevitable changes expected to be introduced this coming year. Learn more about them here.

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    counselors and consultants, early action, college admission, counselors, early applications, early decision, college applications, early acceptance, changes in college admission, consultants, Regular Decision, early admission

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  • May   2016

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    31

    Unicorns and Garbage Cans: The Impact of Tech on Access to Higher Education

    By Pamela Donnelly

    Mobile tech aimed at would-be college students is on the rise. But who really benefits from it?

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    parents, apps, college counselors, ed tech

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  • Jan   2016

    Wed

    20

    The Problem with Deferrals

    By Laurie Kopp Weingarten

    To defer or not to defer? Many of your students face this dilemma, and some colleges make it particularly frustrating. Read on for some insights from a counselor who understands.

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    early action, college admission, deferrals, early decision, college applications, early admission

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  • Nov   2015

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    13

    What is the New Coalition Application?

    By Jeannie Borin, M.Ed.

    You may have heard whispers of the new Coalition Application, an upcoming alternative to the Common Application. What do we know so far, and what questions remain to be answered?

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    Common Application, counselor advice, college access, college affordability, coalition application, college applications

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  • Jul   2015

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    "Augmented Reality" on Campus

    By Abi Mandelbaum

    "Virtual reality" is old news. Colleges are now using "augmented reality." And it's pretty awesome.

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    tech, technology, augmented reality, virtual reality, counselors, consultants

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  • Mar   2015

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    31

    Working with Unique Types of Students: Webinars for Counselors and Consultants

    By CollegeXpress

    Certain students present unique challenges for counselors and consultants. Luckily, GuidedPath has your back with their upcoming series of informative webinars.

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    indepdendent consultants, international students, professional development, veteran students, LD students, student athletes, high school counselors

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  • Jan   2015

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    How Colleges Are Using SnapChat to Connect with Students

    By YouVisit

    You're likely well aware that social media is playing a growing role in the college admission game. And the newest player is SnapChat, an app the both students and colleges can use to their benefit.

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    college admission, recruitment, social media, college applications

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  • Sep   2014

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    23

    Guiding Students Through Writing College Essays

    By CollegeXpress

    College application essays are more important than ever. Luckily, CollegeXpress can point you to the resources that will help you help your students write their way to success.

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    application essays

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    Get an Edge on the School Year: Webinars for Counselors and Consultants

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    Start the new school year off right with this series of professional development webinars from our friends at GuidedPath.

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