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Financial Aid/Scholarships

How to Get College Scholarships for High School Seniors
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By Anita Doddi
March 31, 2025 | 9 minute read

As a college admissions counselor, it’s that time of year when my seniors and their families are hit hard by the cost of college because they have to make a final decision soon. As they...

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Advice for Parents

How to Help Your Child During Grade 9
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By Anita Doddi
May 26, 2023 | 6 minute read

My son is currently a 9th grader who spent last summer asking me questions about starting high school. The conversation came up at least once a day, so I knew he was nervous. What I did not...

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Course Selection

AP Courses vs. IB Courses: Which One is Better?
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By Anita Doddi
May 2, 2022 | 8 minute read

Both IB and AP are considered the most rigorous level of courses that high school students can take. They are popular because they have standardized course content and because students can...

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College Research

How Many Colleges Should You Apply To?
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By Anita Doddi
February 7, 2022 | 8 minute read

I recently had the opportunity to watch the documentary, Try Harder. It’s a great conversation starter for issues regarding mental health, the college admissions process, and race. After I...

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Course Selection

How Many AP Classes Should Students Take?
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By Anita Doddi
August 2, 2021 | 10 minute read

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