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The Best Time to Get Your Student a Tutor, Plus Where to Find One
Admitting your student needs a tutor is step one in getting them the academic help they need. Here are the times to take note and places to look for a tutor.
How Can I Help Students Apply to Reach Colleges?
Not all students will get into the college of their dreams. Here's some expert advice on how to help students wanting to apply to reach colleges.
by Stuart Nachbar; Betsy F. Woolf; Heather Johnson; Gail Meyer; K. Patricia Aviezer, MS
Success With Learning Differences: Important Services Offered in College
For parents of teens with learning disabilities, here's what you should know about the services colleges provide and what your student needs for support.
7 Things to Do While Waiting for Admission Decisions
The waiting is the hardest part. Stay sane while you wait for your admission decisions with these seven activities.
Our Best Advice to Help You Pay for a College Education
Don't let college costs stress you out! Get our best expert advice on paying for college, including guides to scholarships, grants, student loans, and FAFSA tips.
9 Study Strategies for SAT and ACT Summer Test Prep
Summer is the prime time for standardized test prep. Take your studying to the next level with these top tips from an SAT expert.
How to Write the "Why Us?" College Essay Prompt
Many colleges and universities offer a "Why us?" essay prompt on college applications. Do you know the best way to approach it? Find out with this advice.
by Kim Lifton
Our Best Advice for the International Student’s University Search
Applying to US colleges as an international student can be overwhelming. Navigate any challenge with our best advice on admission, financial aid, and more.
Plan Ahead, Pay Less: Top College Financial Advice for High School Parents
The cost of college is daunting, but you want to help your student tackle it. Here's some great advice on how you can pay less with some early preparation.
How to Be a Competitive College Applicant
More and more students are applying to college. With a larger applicant pool, students have to work harder to stand out. Here's how you can do just that.
How to Master the Before, During, and After of Your First Job Interview
Listen up, college students! You want a good job, right? Here are some important tips for what you should do before, during, and after your first job interview.
by Naomi Hong
What to Know About Research Experience for BS/MD Admission
Wondering what kind of experience you need for medical program admission? Learn what to know about research experience and BS/MD admission from an expert.
by Kristen Moon
What Is Being a Teacher Really Like?
Looking for the inside scoop before committing to an Education major in college? These teachers share their biggest takeaways from decades in the field.
by Susan Froetschel; Dr. Holly Hansen-Thomas; Mike Metzler; Meredith O'Neill; Dr. Richard Horowitz; Joseph M. Davis
The Pros and Cons of Transferring
If you are interested in transferring to another college or university, there are several pros and cons to consider before taking the leap.
Our Best Advice for the Transfer Admission Process
We've gathered our best advice for the entire transfer process, from making the initial decision to adapting to your new college and everything in between.
Top Five Places to See During Your Campus Visit
Make the most of your college visit! Explore these top five campus locations, from libraries to dorms, to ensure you find the perfect school for your future.
From thinking the SAT measures intelligence to assuming it's your only way to get into college, here are a few myths about this mystical standardized test.
So You Want to Go to Film School
We asked Barbara Freedman Doyle, author of Make Your Movie: What You Need to Know About the Business and Politics of Filmmaking, to explain what the world of crane shots and red carpets is like.
The Most Confusing Parts About College Applications
College admission is stressful enough—you shouldn't be confused by the applications too! Here are the tips you need for test scores, transcripts, and more.
by Madison Reid
Everything You Need to Start a Successful Scholarship Search
As you're looking for your best-fit college or university, don't forget about best-fit scholarships too! Here's how to start your search for free aid.
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