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Tips for High School Juniors on Letters of Recommendation
Learn the tips on getting organized, who to ask, and how to ask for letters of recommendation. …
Letters of Recommendation Admissions
By Cathleen Savery    |
Admissions
My Experience at a Community College
A student shares how community college provided her with opportunities, helped her figure out her path, and saved her money on a college education. …
College Admissions
By Marisol Chase    |
Admissions
Why Demonstrated Interest in College Admissions Matters
Learn what demonstrated interest is, why it's important for college admissions, how to demonstrate interest, and how schools measure interest. …
Admissions Applying to College
By Maddie Brodeur, Julie Shields-Rutyna    |
Admissions
Helping or Hindering Your Child's College Admission?
Learn what colleges are looking for, how parents may be overstepping in their role, and how parents can help. …
Admissions Applying to College
By Erin Baffuto    |
Admissions
4 Keys to Navigating a College Fair
Tips include planning ahead, doing research, mapping out the fair, speaking with admissions representatives, and being open to possibilities. …
College Admissions College Fairs
By Alicia Linsey    |
Admissions
College Visits
Consider questions for the student to ask while visiting, timing of the visit, what colleges would be the best to visit, and if a virtual tour is the best option…
College Admissions
By Martha Savery    |
Admissions
College Admissions Resources
Resources include MEFA Pathway, the College Scorecard, College Navigator, and MEFA's College Admissions webinar…
College Admissions
By Meredith Clement    |
College
Admissions
8 Tips for Transferring
Tips include honestly evaluate, mark your deadlines, apply for financial aid, find out which of your class credits will be accepted, and more…
College
By Christina Davidson    |
Admissions
Advice for HS Juniors from the Admissions Office
Here are some tips for students on how to prepare best for this process - both as a shopper and as an applicant.…
Admissions
By Jon Korhonen    |
Admissions
Creating a Balanced College List
When building a balanced college list, consider academics, the social scene, admissibility, and affordability.…
College Admissions
By Julie Shields-Rutyna    |