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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Nut Free to Kosher: Tips for Navigating the College Dining Hall Scene
Lara Poulios March 03, 2020
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Let's Get Started! Summer Tips for Rising Sophomores and Juniors
Amy Rice April 05, 2019
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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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Parent to Parent: Tips for College Visits with Your Teen
I’m an Independent Educational Consultant who loves my work guiding students through the process of sorting out the thousands of choices they have for college. I’m also the mom of two teenagers who have, or are going through, this very same process. The first time I went through college visits with my older son, I thought it would be easy to remember the distinguishing features of each school ...
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