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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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Standardized testsTo Test Prep Or Not? That Is The Question
Does your child need test prep help for SAT and ACT college exams?
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ApplicationsCollege Applications – “Early” Is The New “Regular”
It is said that “the early bird catches the worm.” However, more often than not, the second mouse gets the cheese!” [Think about it…] As college-bound high school seniors seriously […]
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ApplicationsShould You Hire a Private College Counselor?
As with so many things in life, when it comes to applying to college, knowledge is power. The more you know—about colleges, the application process, financial aid, etc.—the better off […]
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AdviceHow Involved Should Parents Be in the College Application Process?
When it comes to the college application process, every parent wants to know how much help is too much help to provide their student. Parents have different viewpoints, as do […]
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Academics7 College Prep Myths – Busted!
Editor’s Note: We first published this article in 2014, and its advice remains as necessary today as it did a decade ago. For six years, I worked as a high […]
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College SavingsThe Ins and Outs of 529 Plans for College Savings
The 529 Savings Plan is a fund that got its name from the section of the tax code that governs it. This plan is helping thousands of Americans save thousands […]
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Behind the ScenesHow Many High School Athletes Will Be Drafted As Pros?
What are the odds of going pro in sports? An analysis of high school, college, and pro sports by gender.
