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Practical College Application Advice From an Accepted Student
Deciding where to apply to college can be difficult. Narrow your search and optimize your time with advice from a student who's been there and done that!
by Faith Harron
What Are New Grads Missing? The Top 4 Career Skills to Learn Now
It's common for today's students to graduate college lacking essential skills they need. Here are four to pick up and master for a successful career.
6 Top Tips to Make College Move–In Day Easier
It's a new academic year and college students are moving into their dorms! Here are some organization and arrangement tips to help make the process easier.
by Zia Sampson
3 Things You Need to Do Before Visiting a College
So many colleges, so little time to visit! These three steps can help you narrow down your college list and make the most of your campus visits.
How to Make Back–to–School Season So Much Easier
Everyone needs help easing into a new school year. Stay organized and on top of your game with tips for better sleep, schedules, notes, and study habits.
by Zia Sampson
What Kind of Early Bird Are You? How to Choose a Nontraditional Admission Deadline
Does the early applicant really get admission? Here's a look at the difference between applying Early Action and Decision and how to choose one for you.
The Top 5 Things to Consider Before Studying Abroad
If study abroad is in your future, here's how to determine what program to choose, where to go and for how long, what you'll need to pay for, and more.
by Emily Rogan
How to Survive Junior Year of High School
Junior year is often called the hardest year of high school. So you know what to expect and to make things a little easier, here are some tips on how to balance everything out.
by Lily Xu
A More Diverse College Search: How to Find Colleges With Strong DEI Efforts
How a school supports students of diverse identities is an important college search factor. Here’s how to evaluate a school’s diversity efforts.
Top 5 Mistakes Families Make When Saving for College
We all know college is expensive, but it's a lot less so when families are prepared ahead of time. Avoid these mistakes for better college financial planning.
Five Tips to Conquer the Common Application Essay
Fitting your entire life story into 650 words seems impossible, but crafting an amazing Common App essay is a lot easier (and more fun) than you think!
How to Discover and Pursue Your Passions as a Student
Having a passion is great, but it can be hard to nail down for many people. Learn how to find yours and pursue it whether you're in high school or college!
Expert Answers for Parents and Students About FAFSA Delays
The state of the FAFSA this year has been stressful for students and their families. Here are expert answers they need to the questions everyone is asking.
New College Students: Don't Forget to Claim Your Earned Credits!
Students work hard at AP and dual enrollment classes each year...and forget to transfer their credits! Don't be this student and claim what you've earned.
by Jaime Smith
How to Clean Up Your Social Media for College Admission
We have one more item for students to add to their college admission to-do lists: Clean up your social media! Here’s why it’s important and what to review.
by Isabel Kumar
Top 8 College Topics to Discuss With Your Student Today
Your student will be off to college soon, but there are some things they should know now. Here are eight topics of conversation to cover before they leave home.
Creative College and Career Prep Ideas to Help Students Plan for the Future
Keeping your students engaged and focused on college and career prep can be hard. Here are some creative event ideas from a fellow counselor to help you.
5 Strategies to Turn Your Internship Into Your First Job
Love your internship so much that you want to turn it into a full-time gig? Doing these five things at work can help you stand out and increase your chances!
Master Your Personal Craft: How to Be a Great Writer in High School
Do you have a passion for writing but too much on your plate to refine your craft? These are the tips you need to foster your talent on a busy schedule!
The Most Important Things You Need for Your Dorm Room
Dorm room shopping can add a whole new meaning to the word stress. Here's a list of essential things to put you on the right track for back-to-school shopping.
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