Category: Applications
Everything You Need to Know About Applying to the California State University System
There are two public university systems within the state of California: the University of California (UC) and the California State University (Cal State or CSU). ... Read More
Appealing Financial Aid and Merit Scholarships
The following list of questions were asked during our recent Zoom session on how to appeal financial aid and merit scholarships. The recorded video can ... Read More
Bribery and the Scholarship Application Process
On top of homework, extracurriculars, internships, or jobs, and the stress of deadlines, chores, and fitting in social activities, it’s no wonder some students are ... Read More
Selective Service: Its Impact on College Admissions and Financial Aid
There has not been a military draft in the United States since 1973, marking the end of the Vietnam War. However, in 1980, a requirement ... Read More
The Pros and Cons of Attending a Community College Before a University
When your child thinks of the typical college freshman experience, they might envision moving into a dorm room or rushing a fraternity or sorority. Yet ... Read More
The Importance of the School Profile
Have you ever heard of the school profile? Did you know it should be included in your child’s college admission packet? It’s something many parents ... Read More
Mistakes to Avoid on the Common App
The Common Application is accepted by more than 900 schools. It enables students to apply to multiple schools at once without having to repeat information ... Read More
What Is an Independent Student for FAFSA?
A key part of the college admissions journey is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA. Given how much is involved in the ... Read More
College Decision Wisdom from a Mom Who’s Been There
Parents of high school seniors— I know this can be a crazy, stressful time in the college process for so many reasons—applying, writing essays, not ... Read More
Early Decision 2: What it Means and Why You Might Want to Consider it
Students who have a clear idea of where they want to go to school may have applied through the Early Decision process, which allows them ... Read More