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The Best Questions to Ask on College Visits
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By Casey Near
March 16, 2018 | 3 minute read

One of the ways to get the most out of your limited time on a college visit is to ask meaningful questions. The two most common on-campus experiences for prospective students (the college...

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Life Advice for Teens

Keep the Collegiate Faith
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By Kevin McMullin
December 26, 2017 | 2 minute read

For seniors who applied to college via an early application program, the arrival of your admission decision(s) this month will likely feel like anything but just another day. There is so...

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College Applications

What Colleges Say, and What Students Hear
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By Kevin McMullin
December 11, 2017 | 1 minute read

Students often hear something very different than the intended message when a college says,

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College Applications

Unfinished College Applications
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By Lauren Nicholson
December 8, 2017 | 3 minute read

It's December, which means that application deadlines are looming and many seniors are feeling the pressure. Here are five steps to help you finish those applications without breaking out...

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Advice for Parents

When the Talk Turns Towards College
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By Kevin McMullin
December 7, 2017 | 3 minute read

I posted a reminder for parents earlier this month that there are far more fascinating conversations to be had with your teens than those that revolve around college admissions topics. And...

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College Interviews

Five Questions for Your College Interviewer
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By Kevin McMullin
November 30, 2017 | 2 minute read

Students often wonder what questions they should ask their college interviewers. It’s a good instinct to think about this ahead of time. If you’re genuinely interested in the college, it...

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