College Surf 101: 15 Colleges Near the Beach
                            
                            
                            After a long, bleak, gray winter, you may be dreaming of warmer temps, some Vitamin D, longer days, and perhaps even a stroll on the sand. If you are a student building your college list, this may be something you have been dreaming of, too. Truthfully, as the members of the Estrela team get to know their students, we find MANY times that more desirable weather and climate is at the top of our ...
                        
                            
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                Campus Tours 101: 5 Tips for Making the Most of Your Visits
                                
                                
                                    Alyson Campbell  February 27, 2024
                                    
                                        
                                             
                                                
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                            With Spring on the horizon, you may be excited to come out of hibernation in order to visit some college campuses. This sounds like a wonderful idea, and one that all of us at Estrela fully endorse! But, we know you are busy, and your time is precious. Your family may have only a few opportunities to physically visit colleges, and you need to find ways to maximize your time. Whether it’s crafting ...
                        
                            
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                Campus Safety 101: What to Know & Ask When Evaluating College Options
                                
                                
                                    Kristina Dooley  March 07, 2023
                                    
                                        
                                             
                                                
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                        Spring Into Summer! Tips for Rising Sophomores and Juniors
                                
                                
                                    Amy Rice  April 06, 2022
                                    
                                        
                                             
                                                
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                            For those of us living in the northern half of the U.S., the weather makes summer feel like a LONG way off. But, in reality, it’s already April and school will be out before we know it. Summer is a great time for outdoor BBQs, swimming with friends, and catching up on some ZZZ’s after a busy end of the year. It is also the perfect time to work on your college planning process!
                        
                            
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                Tips for Navigating Virtual College Fairs
                                
                                
                                    Amber Gilsdorf  February 23, 2021
                                    
                                        
                                             
                                                
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                            Every year, March ushers in the Spring season, college basketball madness, and this year (thanks to COVID) a generous selection of virtual college fairs. A college fair can be a great way to learn more about schools you are already considering and/or to explore schools you haven’t even considered yet. Best of all, a college fair is an excellent way to demonstrate interest in the schools you may ...
                        
                            
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