College Applications
The Early Bird Gets the Worm… and the Scholarship
Seniors: it’s time to start applying for scholarships. While some squeezed in their application for early decision, others will be tempted to wait until January to wrap their heads around the idea. “There’s still plenty of time!” they may say. Little do they realize that putting off the process may hinder their chances of obtaining…
Is It Really Impossible to Get into College These Days?
There’s no question the students who get the attention of admission officers and do best in the college application process have figured out who they are and what they want. Be yourself. High school—and the college application process—are about students finding out who they are and what they love — not simply trying to create…
December Newsletter 2013: Gearing up for the FAFSA, Middle Class Scholarship & More
It’s December! We reach the end of 2013 and what better time to get a head start on the FAFSA? Because the application period for the FAFSA opens on January 1st 2014, the time sandwiched between the two holidays presents a fantastic opportunity to collect related documents. This includes tax forms and bank statements, among…
The 5 W’s to Buckling Down & Gearing Up for a Successful FAFSA
As we approach December, dressing Christmas trees with festive ornaments and enclosing presents in colorfully decorated wrapping paper, some muse about the upcoming year’s resolutions. One in particular should rank high on your list, particularly for those orchestrating a smooth transition from high school to college: preparing for the FAFSA. FAFSA? While the majority of…
Need-Blind vs. Need-Aware Colleges: Why You Should Apply Regardless
Recently the labels “need-blind” and “need-aware” were thrust into the spotlight. After years of promoting themselves as a need-blind college, George Washington University admits they generally adopt need-aware practices. In fact, about 10% of prospective students falling outside the top-achieving admissions migrate from “admitted” to “waitlisted” at GWU each year due to financial need consideration….
Not Just for Rich Kids: Top Colleges Lend a Hand to Low-Income Students
Low-income students tend to shy away from adding top colleges to their application list. They, like many others, accept the idea that as long as you have money, you’ll be nearly guaranteed a spot at a top-tier university. … At least, that’s what the past has shown us. Even with a solid 4.0 and laundry…