North Star Admissions Consulting

JULY 11, 2024

Parents of rising high school seniors: Do you know how to avoid making the most common college application mistakes? The next few months are a critical time in your student’s college application process. In addition to waiting too long to finish applications and apply (call me if you need help!)

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 7, 2025

As we laid out back in August , your junior year is the most important year in preparing for college admissions from an academic standpoint as it is the last full year of grades that colleges will see as they review your college application and it will likely be your most rigorous year of classes with AP, Honors and/or IB courses.

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HelloCollege

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

However, many students and parents are unsure about the differences between college consultants and high school counselors. In this blog post, we’ll explore what differentiates college consultants from high school counselors, helping you make an informed decision on which type of guidance best suits your needs.

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 28, 2025

Attend local college fairs and visit nearby campuses to get a feel for different environments. 11th Grade: The Critical Year Junior year is widely considered the most important for college admissions, with multiple critical components: Academics : This is the last complete year of grades colleges will see on your application.

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ACM College Consulting

APRIL 23, 2024

For rising seniors, summer represents a time of exploration, relaxation, and, importantly, college planning. With application deadlines on the horizon, the summer months are an opportunity for seniors to map out their college application plan and gather and complete most of the application materials.

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HelloCollege

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The college application process one of the most important journeys in a high school student’s life, filled with countless decisions and opportunities that will shape their future. This is where college consultants can make a significant difference. But when is the best time to hire a private college consultant?

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Net price, on the other hand, is what you actually pay after financial aid, scholarships, and grants are applied. However, for the average student receiving need-based aid, scholarships and grants bring the net price down to $19,333. Here are five ways to lower your net price and reduce the financial burden of attending college: 1.

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HelloCollege

JULY 11, 2024

As the college application process becomes increasingly competitive and complicated, with students applying to more schools than ever , it’s essential to put your best foot forward in all aspects of your application. What is a College Admission Consultant?

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ACM College Consulting

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Between completing college applications and finishing out the year with lots of school work, most students have not had time to apply for scholarships. Niche Monthly $1000 Scholarship Due : December 20, 2020 Open to high school, college, and graduate students, and those planning to enroll within 12 months.

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Brand College Consulting

OCTOBER 21, 2021

You’re done submitting your college applications! Here are a few things to work on while waiting… Create College Portal Accounts Many colleges offer student applicants an account online to check their application status. Be proactive and keep track of scholarship requirements and due dates.

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Great College Advice

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The information captured isn’t as thorough as on an actual financial aid application, and the NPCs don’t take into account either special circumstances or your potential eligibility for merit aid (which is based on student performance rather than financial strength).

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 14, 2025

Brainstorm what factors may be important to you in selecting a college While you shouldnt necessarily start making a college list at this point, now is a good time to think about what you want from a school in general. Generous with scholarships? Big or small? Urban or rural? Lots of Greek life or none at all?

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ACM College Consulting

MARCH 13, 2024

Understanding Financial Aid Options Before diving into the application process, it's important to understand the types of financial aid available for international students: 1. Often, they do not require a separate application and are awarded based on the student’s general application for admission.

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HelloCollege

JULY 25, 2024

The cost of a college counselor varies widely based on qualifications, experience, location, and the range of services offered. Most companies offer package deals, which provide extensive support throughout the entire application process, that can range from a few thousand dollars to over $10,000. What is a College Counselor?

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ACM College Consulting

OCTOBER 25, 2019

As college application season is fully underway, it is important to learn about the primary financial aid applications and types of aid your student could receive. The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the standard form used by all schools to determine the amount of federal aid a student will receive.

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ACM College Consulting

MARCH 13, 2024

How do you become eligible for the scholarship? If you are planning on or even considering attending college in Florida, you need to know this information and the earlier, the better. The FMS scholarship is the second tier and covers 75% of tuition and applicable fees or 100% of an associates degree.

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ACM College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

As college application season is fully underway, it is important to learn about the primary financial aid applications and types of aid your student could receive. Both applications open on October 1, so prepare to get them started now. Both applications open on October 1, so prepare to get them started now.

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Great College Advice

AUGUST 24, 2023

The student has narrowed down his list, but cannot identify a clear favorite by the time the applications are due. The student really has no idea what sort of college would be the best, and therefore sends out bunches of applications hoping for inspiration by the time the decisions are rendered by the colleges.

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Discovery College Consulting

MAY 15, 2023

Discovery College Consulting’s 22 students in the Class of 2023 were admitted to 75 different colleges, which are pictured to the right (click the image to enlarge it). Collectively, the Class of 2023 received $1,118,454 in scholarships for their first year of college. Congratulations, seniors!

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ACM College Consulting

MAY 3, 2024

In 2024, we have already seen several selective universities, including MIT, Cornell, Yale and Brown announce that they will once again require test scores of some sort (each policy is frustratingly different or vague) for the next application year. So, should students still take a test?

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ACM College Consulting

JULY 17, 2024

Unfortunately, expats are generally not eligible for in-state tuition as this is tied to where the student and their parents have resided in the time leading up to the college application. Pay attention to financial aid and scholarship deadlines announced by each college of interest and follow all instructions to apply.

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Discovery College Consulting

JANUARY 11, 2023

If you’ve never heard of most or all of these colleges, that points to the very reason why they’ve cut their tuition: they aren’t prestigious or well-known enough for students and their families to be willing to pay top dollar. Thus, the concept of the merit scholarship was born. of published tuition and fees.

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HelloCollege

JULY 25, 2024

The cost of a college counselor varies widely based on qualifications, experience, location, and the range of services offered. Most companies offer package deals, which provide extensive support throughout the entire application process, that can range from a few thousand dollars to over $10,000. What is a College Counselor?

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Discovery College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Last month, the Department of Education announced the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) will not be available until December 1. The post What to Expect from this Year’s FAFSA appeared first on Discovery College Consulting. Historically, the FAFSA opens on October 1.

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HelloCollege

AUGUST 2, 2024

The college applications are a huge milestone for high school students and their families. With so much at stake, many families consider hiring a college counselor to guide them through the many moving parts of college admissions. But are college counselors worth it? Why Do People Hire Private College Counselors?

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Strategic College Consulting

JANUARY 16, 2023

We’ve seen too many students who start down the college planning process without really understanding the criteria that today’s Admissions departments care about. Getting that acceptance letter is really down to understanding the key factors that college admissions officers look for in their applicants. How have we done it?

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Great College Advice

AUGUST 20, 2024

The junior year of high school is the most important year in preparing for college admissions. It is the last full year of grades that colleges will see as they review your college application. It is also when you should carve out time in your already busy schedule to begin exploring college admissions.

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Princeton College Consulting

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

At Princeton College Consulting, we understand the anxiety and frustrations. We know the feeling of being lost, which is why we have developed these college counseling resources to help. Do you require a scholarship? Creating a College List. We are here to tell you it is okay to be doubtful. What is your GPA?

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Strategic College Consulting

MARCH 8, 2023

Ready to set yourself apart in the pile of competing college applications? The college admissions process is more competitive than ever before. Earn Some Scholarship Money One of the great benefits to extracurricular and volunteer experiences is that it can help you to pay for college.

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Ivy College Essay

AUGUST 10, 2023

GPA Expectations for Dartmouth As an Ivy League school, Dartmouth holds its applicants to high standards. The Value of PSAT/NMSQT and SAT Subject Tests To further strengthen your application, consider taking the PSAT/NMSQT and two SAT subject tests. Let’s explore these requirements. can increase your chances of admission.

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ACM College Consulting

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Students who want to apply to any of the nine UC campus must use the UC application. Unfortunately, it is a separate application with different activity descriptions and writing requirements than the Common Application. This year, the deadline for fall semester applications is December 2.

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Princeton College Consulting

MARCH 15, 2023

Internships Clubs and Organizations Research Study Abroad Scholarships Honors College GPA Internships & Student Organizations So think of it this way, if you play your cards right, by the time you are graduating from college, you will have a minimum of two summer internships on your resume. Your future awaits!

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Brand College Consulting

JANUARY 14, 2022

It can be very helpful when filling out college applications, when requesting teacher recommendations, and when applying for scholarships. Since applying to college is a very competitive process, developing a well-crafted student resume can put you ahead of other applicants.

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Discovery College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

The term test-optional groups many colleges with different attitudes about testing under an umbrella that simply means they will review applications that do not include test scores. Bear in mind that colleges will also consider applications that do not reflect strong grades, volunteerism, leadership, or any extra-curricular activities.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 24, 2023

These funds can be used to create new programs or support existing ones, providing resources for research, faculty salaries, and student scholarships. Examples of restricted endowments may include funds for a specific department, research center, or scholarship program.

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 2, 2023

The endowment fund provides a stable source of funding that can be used to support a wide range of initiatives, from scholarships for students to funding for research projects. Here are some ways that AdmissionSight can help students: Admissions strategy: AdmissionSight can help develop a strategic plan for the college application process.

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The College Solutions Blog

MARCH 4, 2022

By now, most students, who will be college freshmen in the fall, have received their award letters from colleges. Families, however, are at a disadvantage when they look at these college awards. They typically have no idea if the offer of financial aid or a merit scholarship is a good one.

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