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Understanding FAFSA and Its Importance The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a crucial part of the college or trade school financial aid process. It allows students to apply for federal, state, and institutional financial aid for college. Completing the FAFSA opens the door to various forms of funding, including grants, work-study, and …
Contact Your School Counselor The first step to signing up for the PSAT test is to reach out to your school counselor. Every school has its unique registration process and deadlines for the PSAT. Your counselor will provide you with the specific information you need to ensure a smooth registration experience. Freshmen and Sophomores take …
Gather Essential Materials Before diving into the Common Application, it’s crucial to gather all necessary materials. This includes high school grades, transcripts, and any other required documents. Having these documents ready will streamline your application process and save you time. Create Your Account Wisely When you’re ready to start, create an account using a personal …
Reflect on Your Goals When approaching the process of selecting a college, one of the most critical steps involves deep self-reflection. Understanding your personal and academic goals will significantly inform your decision-making and help you identify institutions that align with your aspirations. Begin by articulating what you hope to gain during your college years. This …
Having a break is awesome, but the break ends. Very soon, for some students, school will be starting back up. For parents, this time is a welcome sight. Getting the kids back into their normal school routine is huge. There are some parents who this year will be a bit worried. If you have a …
“My child is in his/her junior year. Tell me what I need to know about SAT / ACT testing.” I receive this question, or variations of it, every year. Today, I will guide you through the steps to consider as you prepare for standardized tests used in college admissions. What You Need to Do Current …
It’s time to start preparing for the important decision of selecting the right college. Many students I’ve helped have already begun narrowing down their list of colleges to apply to. Some have even created a matrix to help them manage their college application workload effectively. Your college applications are in, the schools are evaluating them …
The day you’ve been dreaming about has finally arrived – you just submitted your college applications! Here’s what to do next. Most of the important work is done. You’ve built a thoughtful list full of colleges you’re excited about attending, you’ve written an awesome college essay, and you stayed organized while completing all the pieces …
As a college and career specialist at Arizona’s largest high school, I worked with over a thousand seniors who graduated annually. In my meetings with students, I often heard their thoughts on college admissions. Above all, it became clear that these students sought to be truly listened to by their parents, craving more understanding and …
How are you managing your college applications? The deadlines are fast approaching! October is essentially the final month you have to keep track of the impending deadlines for your submissions. Balancing this task with other competing priorities can significantly affect your capacity to finish and submit on time. How about a few helpful tips and …