Yearly Archives: 2014

Best, Brightest and Rejected: Elite Colleges Turn Away Up to 95%

Enrollment at American colleges is sliding, but competition for spots at top universities is more cutthroat and anxiety-inducing than ever. This year, for example, Stanford University accepted only 5 percent of applicants—it turned away 95% of students, most of whom […]
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Tips For Appealing Your Financial Aid Award

Most college financial aid offices mail their financial aid award letters in late March or early April.  Unfortunately, many families are not happy with the contents of these letters.  This piece will share a few tips on how to improve your financial […]
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Win $50,000 From Google in the Google Global Science Fair!

This is your chance to apply for the Google Global Science Fair 2014 Provided by : Google, Inc. Award: $50,000 Deadline: May 12, 2014   The Google Global Science Fair 2014 is open to students between the ages of 13 and 18. […]
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A Final Checklist for Seniors

Schedule Final College Visits Assuming time and budget allow, visit your top college contenders. While you’re there, sit in on some classes, eat in the dining hall and stay the night in the dorms, if possible. Meet with the admissions […]
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Awesome Summer Programs for High Schoolers

Looking for something to do this summer? Look no further! This article reveals some of the best programs for high school students! Whether you are looking to learn something new, gain a college experience, participate in sports, provide community service, […]
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Don’t have time to go visit the colleges, let them come to you!!!

Don’t have time to go visit the colleges, let them come to you!!! Meet the colleges virtually though the CappexConnect Online College Fair. On April 9th from 3:00 pm until 10:00 pm EST. Cappex will host a free, online college […]
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Top 10 Tips to Get U into the U

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An inside look at the college admissions process

Here is a great article giving students an inside look at the admissions process. A reporter from the Washington Post was offered access to the admissions committee decisions at George Washington University. The article poses insights but also provides answers […]
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How Much does the Dorm REALLY Cost?

If you’re planning on staying at a dorm when attending college, you don’t want to just show up empty handed.  While a dorm room does have the basics like a bed frame, a desk and bathroom, you’re going to find […]
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