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Choosing a College

How Do I Help My Child Pick A College?
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By Ian Parker
April 18, 2022 | 3 minute read

Well, this is it – or, as the mom of one of my students told me the other day, “That’s a wrap!” For most high school seniors, applications have been submitted, admission decisions have been...

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How to Make the Most of a College Visit
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By Casey Near
January 5, 2022 | 5 minute read

In the last two years, colleges have continued to adapt their policies for on-campus visits. We've seen a rise in virtual visits and ebbs and flows of the traditional on-campus visit. We...

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A Hot Take on College Rankings
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By Noor Haddad
November 18, 2020 | 5 minute read

The world of admissions is perceived to be a competition, and hyper-selective schools are perceived to be the prize. That’s why the U.S. News and World Report rankings have gotten attention...

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How to Finalize A College List (And When)
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By Annie Behari
June 25, 2020 | 5 minute read

Like all things that are final, finalizing a college list can seem daunting. Where do you start on building that list? How many schools should be on it? And is that list really final?...

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Keep An Open Mind, Find the Right Colleges
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By Breanne Boyle
July 16, 2019 | 3 minute read

The first time I learned about Miami University of Ohio, it was from a postcard.

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Liberal Arts Colleges You Should Check Out
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By Collegewise Staff
July 9, 2019 | 6 minute read

As a high-school junior at a very small school, I was relatively clueless (and completely college counselor-less). But even back then, I was pretty sure I wanted a change of scenery. So...

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