UNDERSTANDING FINANCIAL AID
As you probably know, college tuition has been rising steeply for the last several decades. The price of education can present a signifi...
HOW TO WRITE A STRONG COLLEGE ESSAY WHEN YOU HATE WRITING
When it comes to the college application, it’s fine and dandy to write a college essay when you actually like to write. But how do you cr...
CRAFTING YOUR EXTRAORDINARY STORY FROM YOUR ‘MUNDANE’ LIFE
“I don’t know what to write for my personal essay; my life is so mundane.” If this thought crosses your mind as you stare at a blank doc...
HOW DO YOU KNOW IF A COLLEGE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
We make decisions every day. However, one of the first major decisions that you will have to make is selecting which college to attend. E...
7 CHARACTER STRENGTHS
The VIA Character Institute lists seven character strengths that can make a big difference in a person’s success. These character ...
The Importance of Social Media
The lost art of storytelling. Since 15,000 BC, humans have been telling stories as a way to connect to others and pass down important in...
Navigating College Financials (Part 1: Tuition Bill)
Your acceptance letter has finally arrived. The thrill and exhilaration of knowing that you’ll be heading off on a new adventure is still...
Your College Adventure Awaits
Preparing for college is like preparing for a long hike. There are a lot of essentials you need to survive; more than just boots and a ba...
Understanding the Cost of College
While most aspects of attending university are exciting, there is one that is more intimidating than anything else. Naturally, this is ...