Tag Archives: decisions

It’s Time To Decide

Posted on April 30, 2018 by

Tomorrow, May 1st is NATIONAL COLLEGE DECISION DAY, the deadline to choose your college. If you haven’t already decided, re-examine the schools you’re still considering. Think about what was important to you when you originally made your list and what … Continue reading →

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You’ve Got Mail

Posted on April 24, 2018 by

Seniors,  National College Decision Day is quickly approaching. You have a big decision to make by May 1!  Check your email and your mailbox frequently, as the schools you’ve been admitted to have been and will continue to send you … Continue reading →

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Appealing Your Financial Aid Offer

Posted on April 10, 2018 by

There are a number of useful strategies and resources to help students successfully negotiate their financial aid packages. So, if your aid award does not meet your needs, appeal, because many colleges are open to increasing the amount of aid … Continue reading →

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Financial Aid: It’s All About The Details

Posted on April 4, 2018 by

Now is the time to focus on details. With your admissions decisions and financial aid offers in hand, it’s so important that you understand the fine print, including the terms of your aid package(s), a school’s requirements for you to … Continue reading →

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Rescinded Acceptances At Harvard

Posted on June 6, 2017 by

We recently published a post regarding how social media can help (or hurt) your college admissions outcome. Your privacy is not guaranteed and what you put on the internet is there for good. Admissions officers do look at  applicants’ social media pages … Continue reading →

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Did You Know You Can You Appeal Your Financial Aid Offer?

Posted on April 18, 2017 by

Many colleges are open to increasing the amount of aid being offered, so, if your aid award does not meet your needs, appeal. There are many valid reasons you may qualify for additional aid. Your family’s financial circumstances may have … Continue reading →

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Financial Aid: Read The Fine Print

Posted on April 11, 2017 by

You have your decisions and financial aid packages in hand, so now is the time to focus on the details.  It’s vital that you understand the terms of your aid, the requirements a school may have in order for you … Continue reading →

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