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10 schools each for the conservative-leaning, liberal-leaning, and open-minded student that are worthy of consideration. https://lnkd.in/g-asHvcA

Ahead of this year’s FAFSA release (on or before Dec 1), I’d like to set the table on scholarships and financial aid by providing background information – how receiving money to help pay for college really works. https://lnkd.in/g4j5s24Y

New post - Early Action and Early Decision FAQ Early admission college deadlines are upon us. Yes, I’m talking about Early Action, Early Decision, and even Restricted Early Action. These typically have deadlines of Nov-1 and/or Nov-15. https://lnkd.in/dzdBaQir

Part 11 of a multi-part series: answering frequent questions about completing the Common App. Guidance for how to submit, and what to do immediately afterward. Hint: check your email for confirmation from the college, and login to the college's portal to ensure all required materials - transcripts, letters of recommendation - have been received. https://lnkd.in/eh5s7j2T

Part 10 in a series of posts answering questions about how to complete your college applications via the Common App. This week - Recommenders and FERPA. https://lnkd.in/g8JYtUVi

Part 9 of a multi-part series: answering frequent questions about completing the Common App. To complete your applications, many colleges will ask you to answer supplemental essay questions - usually about 100 - 500 words, each - in addition to your main Common App personal essay. Tips and advice and how to approach these. https://lnkd.in/gGE79Pec

Part 8 of a multi-part series: answering frequent questions about completing the Common App. Each college you apply to has additional questions - and sometimes essays - found in the My Colleges tab. We cover the four main types of questions you're likely to see - 1/ Admission plan (Early Decision, Early Action, Restricted Early Action, …) 2/ First-choice major 3/ Standardised testing plan 4/ Honours program consideration https://lnkd.in/gU-vuPVb

Part 7 of a multi-part series: answering frequent questions about completing the Common App, this one covering Courses & Grades. This section is only required if a college or university you are applying to requests self-reported grades (vs sharing your official transcript as part of your application, which is more common). https://lnkd.in/g2Jjc5nP

Common App Essentials: writing essays. This is Part 6 of a multi-part series: answering frequent questions about completing the Common App. 1/ No essays required. List of schools where students can apply without needing to write the personal essay. 2/ Keeping it real. Examples of actual student essays that admissions officers liked. 3/ Emergency mode. Resources that help you write really great essays when you have limited time. https://lnkd.in/g3tHv3Ej

This week: the 'Activities' section of the Common App. Part 5 of a multi-part series: answering frequent questions about completing your applications. https://lnkd.in/gjWJ7DmD