Seniors

Oct 31

Do You Need to Complete the FAFSA?

Wondering if you should file the FAFSA? Consider these factors even if you think your income too high to qualify for federal aid.

Michelle Silbernagel

Oct 22

9 Tips to Trim Your College Essay

Is your college essay over the word count? Do you need space to add just a couple more key sentences? Use these tips to reduce words and...

Applying to a Cal State University in 2020

Michelle Silbernagel

Oct 1

Applying to a Cal State University in 2020

Applying to a Cal State University in 2020? The admission criteria have changed. Here's what you need to know.

Michelle Silbernagel

Sep 3

College Application Deadline Debrief

Learn the meaning behind the seven different types of college application deadlines and create your timeline.

Two Tips to Make Your College Essay Memorable

Michelle Silbernagel

Jul 16

Two Tips to Make Your College Essay Memorable

How can a student make their college essay stand out? Do they need to have an impressive topic? Thankfully, no.

Michelle Silbernagel

Jun 13

Summer College Prep Plans

Steps to take this summer to stay on track for college.

Documents You Need to Support Your College-Bound Student

Michelle Silbernagel

Jun 6

Documents You Need to Support Your College-Bound Student

Many parents don’t realize that once their teen turns 18 they lose legal authority to make decisions for their child without key documents.

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