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Choosing a College IEA Series

Intersectionality and Identity in the College Application Process
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By Sam Joustra
September 20, 2024 | 7 minute read

Explore how intersectionality and identity shape the college application process. By understanding their identities, students can find colleges that offer the right academic and emotional...

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Advice for Parents

How To Help Your Teenager Craft a Meaningful Summer Experience for Their College Application
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By Sam Joustra
July 8, 2024 | 11 minute read

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Advice for Parents

A Conversation on Mental Health: How Parents and Guardians Can Support Their Students in High School for Success in College
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By Sam Joustra
May 28, 2024 | 8 minute read

How can you successfully support your student in high school for success in college? Learn more from our conversation with Marjorie Seidenfeld about college counseling, mental health, and...

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IEA Series

Fostering Inclusivity in College Counseling
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By Sam Joustra
March 29, 2024 | 6 minute read

No two students are alike. In this blog, we'll share some of the ways Collegewise fosters inclusivity in our college counseling practice for students and their families.

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College Applications

What to Do If You've Been Waitlisted
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By Sam Joustra
March 15, 2024 | 12 minute read

Some college decisions are easy to understand. But what does it mean when a student has been waitlisted, and what should they do next?

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IEA Series

Mental Health Services on College Campuses
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By Sam Joustra
October 20, 2023 | 13 minute read

During the 2020-2021 school year, 60% of students met the criteria for one or more mental health problems. What resources are readily available to students is quickly becoming a priority...

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