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Congratulations, Arne Duncan! But Before You Go, Can You Please Answer My Question?
Congratulations, Arne Duncan, on your upcoming resignation as US Secretary of Education! We’re happy to hear that you plan to […]
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Thank You POTUS for the #CollegeScorecard…but was it really necessary? Students and families need more guidance, more structure, but no more data, please!
Last week President Obama introduced the College Scorecard, an online tool for students and parents researching and selecting colleges. Reviews of […]
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6 Relevant Internet Sites for College-Bound Students (and their parents)
Naviance Naviance is a multi-faceted education planning, application management, web-based platform used by guidance counselors, teachers, students and parents. To […]
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The College Essay in 650 Words or Less
You should be jumping with joy for this opportunity to differentiate yourself, articulate your own personal style, and bring life […]
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How did Georgetown expect her to pay $67k a year?
Kacie Candela chooses the “Right Fit” college instead of being awestruck by name-brand college recognition and publicized rankings. Selecting the right college […]
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Learning More About Colleges: Painting a Picture with Data
College Navigator is one of my favorite websites (as you already know) for accessing college-related data. The information is collected […]
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It’s Still Summer…But What Can I Do to Get Ready for Senior Year?
It’s mid-August and many teens are experiencing anxiety from the mere thought of returning to school, but none more than […]
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More Guidance, Less Information…I am overwhelmed by my choices!
As a high school student or the parent of one, you should take some time to acquaint yourself with the […]
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