Category: College Exploration

As the final admissions decisions of the season have finally rolled in, the tables turn for students and families who’ve been anxiously awaiting this news, and it’s time to decide what’s right for you. While you may be compelled to check the rankings, we have a different approach. Here’s how we encourage you to make… Continue reading When it comes down to it…how do you choose a college?

U.S. News and World Report made splashy headlines last week with the release of their 2024 college rankings list. Some colleges are celebrating their ascension, while other big name institutions are decrying the results after plummeting down the list.  The real question though is does it even matter?  Read on for a quick summary of… Continue reading The College Rankings Have Changed: Does it Matter?

Many families of current high school 10th and 11th graders are looking at upcoming February and spring breaks and asking themselves – Can we visit colleges? Should we?

As you are preparing to go back to school, here are some great ways to start to explore colleges this fall.

Do you want to be a big fish at the college you attend or a small fish? There are pros and cons to both. Check out this video to learn more about both options.

Learn why it is important to shift your expectations around having a dream school

When you go to visit colleges, try to look beyond the weather of the visit before making your final judgements.

When you are planning college visits, it is most ideal to schedule a formal visit through the undergraduate admissions office.

There are less students applying to more colleges in the United States. As a result, colleges in the U.S. are becoming more and more competitive each year.