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ApplyThe New Ivies in 2026: Academics, Admissions and Affordability
If you’re considering colleges, the “New Ivies” present strong options. Use this guide to explore and compare them by academics, admissions, and affordability. In This Article: What Are the New […]
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College List BuildingAssessing a College’s Financial Health
Researching a college’s financial health should be part of a family’s college search. Here’s what to look for and resources to use.
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College Financial PlanningEverything You Need to Know About Merit Aid
Road2College had the pleasure of being a guest on a Twitter chat– #CollegeCash with Jodi Okun–where we discussed “Everything You Need to Know About Merit Aid.” Here is the transcript […]
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College AdmissionsUniversity of Southern California USC Merit Scholarships
Finding individual college merit scholarship information can take a lot of time. Instead, we’ve gathered the statistics you need to know about USC’s merit scholarships, at a quick glance. Before […]
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College LifeHelping Your College and College-Bound Kids Cope Through the Pandemic
A pandemic brings more than illness–it brings major life disruption, and an overwhelming sense of uncertainty. For kids in high school and college, it can be especially challenging as they […]
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College Financial PlanningDuke University Merit Scholarships
Finding individual college merit scholarship information can take a lot of time. Instead, we’ve gathered the statistics you need to know about Duke’s merit scholarships, at a quick glance. Before […]
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12th GradersHow the COVID-19 Pandemic Will Impact High School Seniors
In our effort to bring you the latest, and most accurate college admissions information so your family can make better, more informed decisions, we are inviting experts in the field […]
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High school to collegeLife Lessons For Graduating Seniors
My son was a senior of the class of 2020. When reports of COVID-19 first began and the cancellations started, I was sad. Sad for him and his friends and […]
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Financial aidAppealing Financial Aid During the Coronavirus Crisis
Just a few months ago we began hearing reports about a new virus in central China that was causing thousands to be sick and hundreds of deaths. The extent of […]
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EssaysCommon App Essay Tips That Really Work
Does the prospect of writing your Common App essay fill you with fear? You are not alone. In the ten years I’ve worked with high school seniors on their college […]
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College LifeHow 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 high school- and college-age kids […]
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Financial Aid AppealsParents Paying for College – What You Need to Know
“I don’t know anything!” “I’m so confused, I don’t even know what I don’t know.” “Where should I start?” We hear this over and over again from parents of high […]
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College List BuildingUniversity of Chicago Common Data Set
Sifting through a college’s Common Data Set can take a lot of time. Instead, we’ve gathered the most important information from University of Chicago’s most recent Common Data Set to provide […]
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College LifeHow Colleges Respond to Crises
Colleges must often respond to crises like active shooters, extreme weather, and even mold. They have plans in place to serve their staff and student body in these crisis situations. […]
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College LifeHow to Cope When Your College Kid Comes Home
They’re Back… It’s the cry of parents with college-aged kids heard round the world. You’re happy to see each other, but your grown children moving home unexpectedly can feel like […]
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College Financial Aid Costs and StatsColleges With the Best Financial Aid
If you have a son or daughter heading for college, you have certainly considered the cost. Your child may have that dream college in their sights, but you are looking […]
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ParentingHigh Schoolers are Missing Milestones Because of the Coronavirus
There is no denying it: COVID-19 impacts milestones. High school students were excited about school closures. They saw it as a “get out of jail free” card. A […]
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College LifeParents and Students: The Coronavirus Has Changed Our College Decisions
If you’re a high school student preparing for college, or the parent of one, you’ve probably already begun to realize that this pandemic and the uncertainties it’s created have thrown […]
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College LifeManaging My 6 Kids During a Pandemic
I’ve been wrestling with what I could possibly say that could be helpful about the turn of recent events, at least from a college perspective. My oldest son is a […]
