by admin | Feb 25, 2020 | College Applications, Extra-curricular Activities
Within the past month, a few of the students I work with asked me to help them shape their resumes. One student, a college sophomore, needed to submit a resume as a part of his transfer application. Another, a college-bound high school junior, needed his to apply for...
by admin | Feb 23, 2020 | Extra-curricular Activities
One of the big questions I get about college applications is about how to make a student stand out amidst a sea of good grades and school clubs. For students looking to differentiate themselves, I recommend looking into research-based programs and internships. These...
by admin | Feb 23, 2020 | Private Scholarships
The search for scholarships can be overwhelming. While sites that match students with scholarships, like RaiseMe and Going Merry, are helpful, sometimes the best place to start the search is at home. I’m talking, of course, about local scholarships. These...
by admin | Feb 23, 2020 | Extra-curricular Activities
Over the past decade, volunteering and community service have become a key component of the K-12 experience. Many schools encourage their students to volunteer their time and engage in acts of service. Some schools and districts have even made it a graduation...
by admin | Feb 23, 2020 | Financial Aid, Paying For College, Uncategorized
According to the 2018 “How America Pays for College” survey, conducted by Sallie Mae and Ipsos, about 56% of college students reported that they worked at some point during the school year. For some of these students, this situation may be the result of...
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