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Dealing with denial college acceptance college acceptance letters college applications Apr 28, 2023

Everybody wants the euphoria of college acceptance and the sense of pride generated by the college sticker on the back windshield of their car. But what happens when you have to settle for Plan B when there will be no euphoria, just resignation. How do you help your child deal with reality?

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Taking Control in Competitive College Admissions college admissions college advisor college applications Apr 22, 2023

In 2022, the college acceptance rate for United States applicants was 57.85%. Keep in mind that this is the acceptance rate on average, not specifically for the top 50 schools in the US.

 

If you are a high school senior, you are probably thinking about your future college picks. Competitive...

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Appealing Financial Aid Awards comparing financial aid award letters financial aid financial aid award letter Apr 21, 2023

If your first choice college offers everything you want, but the price tag is daunting, don’t give up hope; consider appealing the award. While colleges and universities won’t encourage it, the financial aid officers are empowered to make adjustments, if warranted.

 

To appeal,...

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Understanding Reach, Match, and Safety Schools When Applying for Colleges applying to college campus selection campus visit college application plans college environment Apr 15, 2023

When you start applying for colleges, you’re likely to have a few schools in mind that you’re considering. Ideally, throughout your high school years, you’ve done the research, tried to figure out what programs might be best for you, decided what you’ll likely major in,...

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Majoring in Communication Studies college major focus on majors majoring selecting a college major Apr 14, 2023

It’s #2 on Princeton Review’s List of the Top Ten Most Popular College Majors - Communication Studies. Sounds interesting and marketable, but what is it, and more importantly, can it help you get a job?

 

Communication Studies is an academic field that examines how people share...

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Qualities of STEM Applicants college application plans college applications college major selecting a college major Apr 07, 2023

Although overall college enrollment numbers have plateaued, or more recently, dropped, the demand for STEM degrees has steadily risen over the years. In the face of the increasing demand for qualified graduates, competition for seats in STEM programs has become far more rigorous. In order to...

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College Visit Tips To Parents college visit itinerary college visits Apr 01, 2023

Touring prospective colleges is a rite of passage for many families and an important part of the college admission process. Here are some tips to help parents plan a successful college visit trip.

 

Be selective.

Less is actually more when it comes to college visits; visiting twenty colleges...

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Helping Families Plan for College: Our Evolution from Clark College Funding to Clark College Consulting college admissions college planning paying for college Mar 27, 2023

Are you worried about finding an affordable college for your child? As part of our #MondayMemories campaign, I'm sharing memories about the early days of Clark College Funding and how we've evolved into Clark College Consulting to help families plan for college. In this video, I'll walk you...

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Navigating the waitlist waitlist Mar 25, 2023

Colleges continue to increase the use of waitlists in order to manage their enrollment. Formerly, the wait list served as a safety net for colleges, assuring them of extra candidates if the number of students who accepted their offer of admission fell below their expectations. Now, however,...

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Why Should I Invest in a College Consultant? college advisor college consultant Mar 18, 2023

The leap from high school to college education is a momentous time for any student. While the stakes are certainly higher, college is your path to the career you want to pursue; a future lived on your terms. A complete education is worth the challenges, but for many students and families, those...

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Financial matters: Comparing financial aid packages comparing financial aid award letters comparing financial aid packages financial aid Mar 18, 2023

If you’ve applied for financial aid and filed all the paperwork by the appropriate deadline, an award letter outlining a college’s offer of financial assistance should arrive close on the heels of your notification of acceptance. Here’s a guide to understanding what that package...

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Dorms vs. Off-Campus Housing: Which is the Better Fit? college college dorm Mar 11, 2023

College life is an exciting prospect for students. They’re getting a taste of the world beyond high school as they prepare for the rest of their lives. It is equally challenging and rewarding and can be a life-changing experience. The prospect can also be overwhelming—students may...

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