Volunteer opportunities are everywhere, from school clubs to houses of worship to nursing homes, as well as with a plethora of non-profit organizations. It is heartening to know that many
Help teens develop networking skills early
By now, every college freshman enrolled in those over-populated introductory courses has figured out that he or she can remain anonymous the entire semester when one of 200 or more
Do your own math when calculating college costs
Many seniors are busy working on college applications, while parents have started filling out the College Scholarship Services profile—a scholarship application often required by private schools. Prior to the application
Standardized tests give a leg up to college hopefuls
Standardized test scores from either the ACT or SAT supplement a student’s college application by providing admissions officers with objective data. The College Board offers additional standardized tests that have
Learn the Difference between the ACT and the SAT
Standardized test scores from the ACT or SAT tests provide college admissions officers comparable, quantitative data when assessing a prospective applicant’s ability to succeed in college. Test scores are just
Back to School for Students and Parents
As all summers seem to do, this one has gone fast and school will begin again soon. The beginning of the school year is a good time for parents to
Parents need to stay involved in education of their children
As all summers seem to do, this one has gone fast and school will begin again soon. The beginning of the school year is a good time for parents to
Preparation Key to Good Study Abroad Experience
Participating in an exchange or study abroad program appeals to many students. It offers an opportunity for travel and cultural enrichment, and it broadens global and self perspective. It also
Your Facebook Profile Can Help, or Derail College Options
Governments, businesses, and prospective employers have long been using online data for a variety of purposes. Increasingly, college admissions officers supplement the polished applications and essays received from applicants with
It’s time to set expectations about college with freshmen
The graduation parties are over and anticipation is building for college-bound freshman and their families. The summer before that freshman year includes an orientation trip to the school, compiling lists