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Major Changes to the SAT
The College Board announced two major changes today. Firstly, the testing firm will no longer offer the SAT Subject Tests (or SAT IIs) in the US. However, because these tests are used for a variety of purposes, international students can continue to take them through...
College Board Opportunity Scholarships – Complete the FAFSA
Applying to college is a complicated process, but the College Board has created programs to guide you through it. The Opportunity Scholarship Program is open to all students and doesn't require an essay, application, or minimum GPA. Instead, it rewards your effort and...
Big Changes At NACAC! How Will They Affect Your Student?
The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) is an organization representing more than 15,000 professionals at colleges and universities, high schools, and community-based organizations, as well as independent education counselors. Its Code of...
What’s New In ACT And What’s On The Horizon?
This week I had the opportunity to attend the 2019 Guidance Expo in White Plains, NY. This is essentially an exposition of guidance and counseling ideas and activities. There were over 40 professional seminars regarding issues and concerns that affect the elementary,...
ACT vs. SAT: Which Test Is Best?
It’s Back to School and Juniors are bracing for what many consider to be the most challenging year in high school. In addition to vigorous coursework, athletic commitments and extracurricular activities, many 16-year olds are learning to drive, holding down part-time...
College Life Is In Full Swing – Time For A Road Trip!
Nights are cool, it’s sweatshirt weather and pumpkin spice lattes are on the menu. This can only mean one thing...it’s time to book your college visits! The campus visit is often seen as an extra step or one that should be reserved for after a student is accepted....
How To Transition To College Successfully
Each year, millions of American students prepare to embark upon a new adventure on a college campus. As their departure draws close however, it is very common for feelings of excitement and anticipation to quickly turn to stress and anxiety. Here are some ways...
Should I Hire A College Counselor?
Don’t panic…it’s not a trick question. It is however, a very individual one that only you can answer for yourself. There is no magic formula that will guarantee your student’s admission to their dream school, but there are experts who have gone through the process many times and are up to date on the latest trends in admissions. Several factors should be considered while making this decision. Take a look at some and see if they apply to you. If so, keep reading for a quick guide on what questions to ask as you look for a counselor that is right for you.
Count Down to Move In!
Your kid has been accepted! The deposit is in. You can relax...well, sort of. There are plenty of tasks to complete before moving your son or daughter into college in August, so don’t procrastinate. To avoid stress, stay on track with this handy guide for the...
Is Taking A Gap Year Right For You?
You’ve heard it from everyone…”you’re going to love college…college is the best 4 years of your life…you must be so excited for college!” Sure, college can be fun and exciting, but it could also be stressful and downright frightening. If you find yourself leaning...