The Smart Search: How to Find the Right College for You
What makes a college a good choice for you? Here's a few tips on what you should look for and how to set up a framework to evaluate your options....
August Is the Time to Get Serious About Your College List
A practical framework for evaluating colleges, rethinking the idea of safety schools, and finding the right balance between reach, match, and likely options....
Research from Home: Virtual Tours & Deep-Dive Website Strategies
How to maximize virtual tours and extract meaningful insights from college websites when you can't visit campuses in-person....
The Merit Aid Playbook: Find It, Maximize It, Negotiate It
Learn how to identify merit-generous schools, strategies to maximize awards, and how to confidently appeal for more....
It’s July — Time to Hit the Road
Summer is the best time for college visits. Learn how to make the most of each type and what students and parents should each be looking for during visits....
Dealing With College Denial
College rejection letters can feel devastating, but they don’t define your worth. Learn how to move forward and focus on what truly matters....
The Importance of Likely Colleges
"Likely schools" (with a 50-75% acceptance rate) often fit students' needs better than competitive colleges. Here's why you should seriously consider them....
Honors Colleges
Discover how college honors programs offer small-college benefits at large universities, from smaller classes to special advising, housing, and scholarships....
Focusing on Strategic College Planning
College planning involves more than just applications. Here's how to optimize your campus visits, glean valuable insights, and make informed final decisions....
Making Final College Choices
Deciding which college to attend can be one of the toughest decisions for high school seniors. If you’re struggling with so many options, here are some tips....
