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College Applications

What’s Going Through the Mind of an Admissions Counselor?

By Matt Musico
October 22, 2018 | 4 minute read

What looks good to a college? What does an admissions counselor want to see on an application?

College Applications

Ideas for Your Next Meeting with Your School Counselor

By Amy Chatterjee
October 19, 2018 | 3 minute read

Not sure what questions to ask your high school counselor to get the help you need in your college application process? These 8 ideas will help you get the information you need for success.

College Research

How Many Will You Attend?

By Tom Barry
October 17, 2018 | 3 minute read

One of the statements we hear most frequently from parents and students applying to college is “You don’t get in if you don’t apply.” It’s tough to argue with that. There are thousands of...

Advice for Parents

Smarter, Saner College Admissions Reading Recommendations

By Collegewise Staff
August 31, 2018 | 1 minute read

Choosing a College

Debunking Myths about Women's Colleges

By Casey Near
June 7, 2018 | 7 minute read

So, what is a women's college? Here’s the honest truth: in 2021, women’s colleges don’t have as much in common with each other as they used to. So, writing a guide that attempts to unify...

Life Advice for Teens

Give Credit Where Credit is Due

By Nicole Pilar
May 1, 2018 | 2 minute read

Mr. Bonfigli was an institution at my high school. One of the best high school basketball coaches in California, he led our basketball team to numerous sectional titles and to state twice...

The Department of Education: What Families Need to Know

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