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December To-Dos
Stay organized this winter with to-do lists that help you plan for your college [...] Continue Reading →
Exploring St. Olaf College
For high school students and parents considering college options, St. Olaf College offers not just [...] Continue Reading →
Spotlight: Saint Joseph’s University
Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia is evolving to better serve its students, particularly following its [...] Continue Reading →
October To-Do List
In October, seniors must put the finishing touches on their applications to be ready [...] Continue Reading →
September To-Do List
Stay on track this fall with a to-do list. This September to-do list [...] Continue Reading →
August To-Dos
Remember to plan ahead so you're prepared for handling the increased workload of the [...] Continue Reading →
June To-Dos
These June to-dos are helpful to keep in mind to begin the summer. Plan [...] Continue Reading →
May To-Dos
Use this guide to help you transition into summer while you stay focused on [...] Continue Reading →
2024 Matriculation
American University* Bard College* Bates College Bennington College* Boston College* Boston University Brown University Bryant [...] Continue Reading →
February To-Do List
Writing down your to-do list will help you stay on track. Keep this [...] Continue Reading →
Freshman Survival Guide by Bill McGarvey and Nora Bradbury-Haehl Book Review
The best guide for students and parents alike! The Freshman Survival Guide by [...] Continue Reading →
Playing the Waiting Game: Life on the Waitlist
Students who are wait-listed at a college should first focus on their acceptances. [...] Continue Reading →
Making the College Decisions: High School Senior FAQs
Between now and May 1, high school seniors must decide among their many college acceptances. [...] Continue Reading →
High School Seniors: Making the Decision, Coping With Disappointment and More!
April is both an exciting and challenging time for high school seniors who are busy [...] Continue Reading →
Decisions, Decisions
Make sure you understand the financial aid package, including the difference between grant awards [...] Continue Reading →
Beware of Senioritis: How to Avoid Senior Slacker Syndrome
Students should keep challenging themselves senior year. For seniors who have been accepted [...] Continue Reading →
