The FAFSA —the Free Application for Federal Student Aid—typically opens on October 1st. This year, however, the launch is delayed until December following a major revamp of the U.S. Federal Student Financial Aid system. Introducing the Student Aid Index (SAI) is among the most notable...
Choosing where to apply to college can feel like standing at the edge of a vast ocean of possibilities. Narrowing a list can seem daunting, but focusing on 10 to 12 colleges can make the application process more manageable. Here's a short guide for students...
High school is a transformative period in a student's life. Still, amid the whirlwind of experiences and the pressure to get “good” grades, students often overlook a valuable resource that can significantly enhance their educational journey: their high school teachers. Cultivating close relationships with teachers...
Now that summer is in full swing, parents may wonder what their high school students can (or should) do to avoid learning loss. While it’s important for students to spend time over the summer relaxing and having fun, they may also want to keep their...
Now that the 2022-2023 college application season is over, let's explore some of the latest admission trends and what they could mean for students applying to college this fall. Application volumes remain high. The Common Application reported a 7.5% increase in applications compared to last year. A...
The FAFSA—the Free Application for Federal Student Aid—opens in three weeks. No one enjoys collecting all the required documents and information, which includes IRS tax returns for the previous two years; current bank statement balances; investment balances (including stocks, bonds, and trusts); K-1 documents; corporate...
Did your son or daughter spend their summer reading novels or writing for fun? If so, they may be in great shape to return to school and pick up where they left off. Other students—whether they are starting or returning to high school or college—may...
As college admissions becomes more competitive, students frequently look for ways to “distinguish” themselves from their peers. One increasingly common choice: research. Research has become so popular in recent years that many companies have sprung up offering to match high school students with graduate students,...
Academically talented and ambitious high school students are flocking to honors colleges and honors programs at large universities as their top choice for college. Not surprisingly, many public and private universities have honors colleges and honors programs for this very reason—to attract and retain exceptional...
What is going to college really like? Many high school students get their “information” about college by following their favorite college sports team or watching movies such as Animal House or Pitch Perfect or visiting their parents’ alma maters during Homecoming weekends or reunions. Fun...