Filling out the FAFSA can be confusing for anyone. Filling it out for divorced parents is even more daunting. Here are a few tips on how best to fill out the FAFSA if divorce is a factor. Click here
The following link will take you to an article that summarizes the preisdential candidates' views on higher education and affordibility. As people head to the voting booths, it is essential that they know how each candidate's program will affect one's ability to access higher education. I hope this helps you make an informed decision.
This article explains what do do if have been deferred. Remember to show continued interest in the school without overwhelming the admissions team. Also, focus on your regular decision schools. It is likely you will end up attending one of them and loving it! Click here
There is an important movement to change what colleges and universities will look for when evaluaitng applicants. There will be an emphasis on quality over quantity and on providing equal access to education. The changes open up the field and encourage active citizenship. Read about it here: http://www.masslive.com/living/index.ssf/2016/02/harvard_turning_the_tide_report_on_college_admissions_suggests_less_may_be_more_for_students_viewpoi.html
This article explains why and how everyone should apply for finaicail aid through FAFSA, even those who think they will not qualify. It also describes how one can avoid pitfalls and frustration while filling out the FAFSA. Reading this article will literally save time and money. Copy and paste the link below into your browser, and be on your way to saving. http://time.com/money/4202908/everything-you-need-to-know-about-filing-the-fafsa-this-year/?xid=tcoshare
The Common Application has announced that the esay prompts from 2015-16 will be used for 2016-17. Read more about this and look at the prompts here. Click here
Check out this article that explains why everyone should apply for aid.https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/loans/student-loans/college-students-fafsa-money/
Demystifying the College Admissions Process February 21st • 2:00–5:15pm • Levine Jewish Community Ce
SNOW DAYS SPECIAL - incentive pricing extended one week through February 7th: $60 per person -or- $120 for up to 4 FAMILY members (After February 7th: $70 per person and $140 per FAMILY) SEMINAR TOPICS How Colleges Make Admissions Decisions How to Choose between the ACT and SAT Determining Your Best Fit Colleges Preparing Your College Application: Freshman through Senior Year The Newly Redesigned SAT Writing Your Strongest College Essay Landing a Merit Scholarship Need-Based Financial Aid Developing a Professional Resume and Interview Skills Advice from H.S. Seniors about Applying to College Dissecting Every Part of the College Application SPEAKERS (see their bios at: www.collegeadmissions10
