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College Planning Resources
A blog for parents, students, and families preparing for the future.
Our goal is to provide you with as much information and guidance to empower your student to thrive as they pursue their dreams.
Our blog features information that will take them from dream to decision and help to navigate everything from selecting a major to planning intentional summers so they can reach their goals.
College Application Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
When preparing and submitting college applications, proper planning and preparation can streamline the entire process. Start by carefully...
Oct 82 min read
Financial Matters: It’s Time to Complete the FAFSA and CCS Profile
As your high school student prepares for college, understanding the financial aid process can make the difference between affordability...
Oct 82 min read
Focus on Majors: Construction Management
Construction is one of the largest industries, shaping skylines and communities. From skyscrapers to renewable energy facilities, every...
Oct 83 min read
The Truth About High School Grades
If you're a high school student with college aspirations or a parent supporting one, there's a fundamental truth you need to understand:...
Oct 83 min read
Why Are You Applying Here?
When high school seniors start tackling college applications, one of the most common and tricky questions they face is some version of...
Sep 52 min read
Financial Matters: Staying Smart in Uncertain Times
College planning is always challenging, but in 2025, things feel especially unpredictable. Costs are rising, financial aid systems are...
Sep 53 min read
Focus on Majors: Pre-Med
When you tell someone you want to be a doctor, the path ahead can seem pretty clear: major in biology, go to college, spend your weekends...
Sep 53 min read
No Contact Order
Allison’s mother was confused when she received the call. Her daughter, a sophomore at a prestigious university, had been issued a "No...
Sep 52 min read
Adjusting to College Life
Nearly all first-year college students encounter a few surprises as they adjust to college life. Understanding the most common...
Jun 113 min read
Financial Matters: Scholarship Scams Targeting Families
As the cost of college continues to rise, it’s understandable that families are eager to find financial aid opportunities. Unfortunately,...
Jun 112 min read
Why Giving Back Gives More Than You’d Expect
Even though some high schools require community service to graduate, the best reason to volunteer has nothing to do with resumes,...
Jun 112 min read
Focus on Majors: Not a Major – Pre-Law
If you’re thinking about becoming a lawyer, you might assume there’s a specific “pre-law” major you’re supposed to choose. But here’s...
Jun 114 min read
Overused Essay Topics
All right, juniors—summer is coming, and so is the time to start writing those college essays. Whether you’re dreading it or excited to...
May 53 min read
Focus on Majors: Sport Management
For students who live and breathe sports, a career in the industry doesn’t have to mean going pro as an athlete. The U.S. sports industry...
May 53 min read
Financial Matters: Pitfalls to Avoid in Your First Year
For many students, the first year of college is their first real taste of financial independence. While this is an exciting time, it’s...
May 52 min read
Insights Into Playing Sports in College
Many student-athletes dream of playing a sport in college. However, with competitive recruiting, levels of play, and misconceptions about...
May 52 min read
Making Final College Choices
Deciding which college to attend can be one of the toughest decisions for high school seniors. With so many options, it’s easy to feel...
Apr 22 min read
Focus on Majors: Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the world, changing how we work, learn, and make decisions. Universities are responding by...
Apr 23 min read
Financial Matters: Asking for More Merit Aid
Your teen has just received their college acceptance letters, and one of those schools is their first-choice college—exciting news! But...
Apr 22 min read
Understanding Letters of Recommendation
The application requirements for most colleges in the US include a letter of recommendation from the student's high school guidance...
Apr 22 min read
Social Media and College Admissions
Okay students, let's be real. Your life is probably all over social media. From TikTok dances to Insta-worthy sunsets to those hilarious...
Mar 62 min read
Focus on Majors: Languages
There are roughly 311 different languages spoken in the United States alone, with more than 6,500 languages spoken worldwide....
Mar 63 min read
Financial Matters: Understanding Your 529 College Savings Plan
As college costs continue to rise, parents of college-bound students are increasingly turning to 529 plans as a strategic way to save for...
Mar 63 min read
Lessons Learned About Campus Visits
As parents of sophomores and juniors schedule flights, rent cars, make hotel reservations, and book spring break campus tours, this whole...
Mar 62 min read
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