Category: 11th Graders
A Summer Checklist for Rising High School Juniors and Seniors
I'm a mom of six kids with the four oldest currently in four different colleges with enough scholarships to cover their full tuition and more. ... Read More
Parent Advice on Starting the College Search
If your child is a high school sophomore or junior, you may be thinking about your college search process. But with more than 4,000 colleges ... Read More
How the COVID-19 Pandemic Will Impact High School Juniors
As the parent of a high-school junior, you’re probably wondering how COVID-19 is going to affect their college plans. If it’s any consolation, everyone with ... Read More
Why High School Students Should Look For Internships
Getting work experience is important for whatever you do in life, but starting young is even better. In 2014, 77% of high school students were ... Read More
What’s the Difference Between ACT vs. SAT: An Expert Offers His Opinion
It makes sense that there would be no need for two separate standardized tests if both were identical. So, it's safe to assume that there ... Read More
ACT Test Tips From An Expert
At one time, the differences between the ACT and the SAT were more defined, however, those major differences, according to Melissa Hendrix, Expert ... Read More
Need Help Finding Scholarships For High School Students?
The topic of finding scholarships for high school students can be very confusing and overwhelming for students and parents alike. Most families want to know: ... Read More
Three Established Facts About College Selection From An Expert
There are very few things that remain “static” about college these days: Costs seem to rise with each passing semester, interest rates on college loans ... Read More
Overcoming Test Anxiety: Tips From a Test Prep Pro
When it comes to test-taking, it is completely normal to experience a few butterflies in your stomach when you're in pre-test mode. In fact, ... Read More
What are Federal Parent PLUS Loans?
Are you looking for a way to help your child afford school? If so, you’ve probably heard of a Parent PLUS loan from the federal ... Read More