Is your student tired of writing essays for scholarships? Are they creative and willing to share their vision for the future? This scholarship is a great one to work on over the winter break. Check it out! FRAME MY FUTURE SCHOLARSHIP Any legal U.S. resident who will be a full-time student at a U.S. college … Continue reading Frame My Future Scholarship
School’s out for the summer and it won’t be long before you hear those dreaded words, “I’m bored.” My grandsons have already uttered them! Personally, I never liked those words. I don’t use them myself and I taught my kids not to use them. They knew if they used them, I would find them something … Continue reading Summer Boredom Crushers
Not all colleges are created equal. But are you looking for the college bargains? Community college. State University. Private liberal arts college. Trade or technical college. Top-tiered business college. Ivy League college. Not all colleges are created equal. If that’s the case, what makes a good college? Some might think it’s a #1 rated NCAA … Continue reading Deep Diving for College Bargains
I’ll admit (willingly) that I like to offer my unsolicited advice to my children. Even though they are grown, I feel the need to continue to parent. As they did when they were younger, they smile, listen, and then do things their own way. It’s a type of dance parents and kids do with one … Continue reading Parenting During College Prep
This article was originally written for University Parent as a part of their parent program. Everyone likes a good bargain. We rush out on Black Friday to get the best deals for Christmas — we stand in line in the freezing cold to save money! But do parents put as much effort and attention into … Continue reading Searching for The Most Generous Colleges
May 1 is quickly approaching. Students are making their final college decisions. What can you do to help your senior decide? This post originally appeared on University Parent and it should help. In today’s competitive college market, it’s not uncommon for a high school senior to apply to ten or more schools and receive admission … Continue reading How Will Your Senior Decide?
Statistics show there is a significant amount of students who enter college and do not attain a degree. The overall college dropout rate in the U.S. is 40% for undergraduates. Of those who drop out, 28% of them drop out before they become sophomores. Your college-bound student should prepare for obstacles and you can help. Share … Continue reading 12 Actions to Avoid Being A College Dropout
You can’t dispute the facts. Statistics tell a story. You can use the numbers to get an overall picture of things, evaluate goals, and learn from the trends. College admission statistics and facts are no different. They tell us about college trends, college student behavior, and the future of college graduates. The following are 12 facts about … Continue reading 12 Facts About College
Every college-bound teen knows that high school community service is a key component of any college application. Admissions officers look for well-rounded students who volunteer in high school. But according to a study by DoSomething.org, a group that connects kids with volunteer projects, students should heed this word of warning: DoSomething.org conducts annual surveys on community service and college … Continue reading 10 Community Service Ideas
For decades, it’s been widely accepted that applying to college is a hard, stressful and time-consuming process. Students can easily spend months on university preparation and the application process, as well as thousands of dollars in application fees. Parents aren’t always sure which universities are the best fit for their students’ needs and qualifications. The … Continue reading Applying to College: Making a Stressful Process Empowering and Equitable