Learn about the holistic approach to college admissions, the benefits for the institution and the student, how students can see if a school will actually be a good fit, and how to maximize your chances of getting in.…
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Danielle O'Connell, Jonathan Sparling
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A counselor shares why this is an important topic, what she is hearing from students, how she helps her students navigate this and find additional colleges, how she motivates students, tricky situations she encounters, and what parents can do to help. …
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Jodi Then, Julie Shields-Rutyna
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Differences include size, the inclusion of smaller colleges, types of degrees, and programs offered. …
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Lauren Danz
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This curriculum is designed for students ages 16 - 19 to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people, and is known for its rigor and consistency across high schools and countries. …
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Deb Hempel
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Topics include how to share hobbies that are not official groups or clubs, finding full-need schools, college interviews, the cost of admissions applications, and applying to out-of-state colleges. …
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Meredith Clement
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Learn about the North Bennet Street School, the trades they offer, their history, their partners, and what separates them from other trade schools. …
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Shaun Connolly
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Steps include finalizing your list, getting your letters of recommendation, finishing your essay, making sure you've sent official test scores, meeting with your school counselor, and hitting submit. …
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Meredith Clement
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The key to standing out is writing a college essay that demonstrates your values, personality, and intellectual maturity while communicating ideas effectively with a bit of a story-telling flair. …
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Mary Rubenis
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Topics include share your cause, think about who you admire, reflect on how you've grown, talk about a challenge, describe something you love, brag a bit, and share something new. …
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Meredith Clement
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Tools include the College Navigator, the College Scorecard, and Net Price Calculators.…
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Jonathan Hughes
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