• Making a decision for Graduate School

    Making a decision for Graduate School

    How the years have flown! Pre-K, kindergarten, grade school, high school, and finally a bachelor’s degree is in sight. Is graduate school next? Or perhaps a Ph.D.? Here are some concrete reasons to help understand the choice for advanced study.

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  • Summer Plans for Undergrads

    Summer Plans for Undergrads

    Summer break can offer college students a unique opportunity to work, travel, and explore different career paths before having to make any formal career decisions. Students should take advantage of full summer vacations now because after graduation they become a thing of the past!  Here’s how to use this summer wisely:

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  • Internships provide needed skills (and often cash)

    Internships provide needed skills (and often cash)

    Internships are essential for college students and recent grads joining a competitive job market. They offer training, professional development, valuable networking and (usually) an opportunity to earn some money, too. 

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  • College costs (a lot) less than you think

    College costs (a lot) less than you think

    It is a HUGE mistake to conclude that a particular college is unaffordable because the price you see on their website is beyond your means. Why? Because almost no one pays that price. Really. (Update for 2018)

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  • Is Taking a Gap Year a Good Idea?

    Is Taking a Gap Year a Good Idea?

    Before the announcement of Malia Obama’s choice to take a “Gap Year” between high school and her first year at Harvard, many families have been internally wrestling with the idea.  Is it the right thing for my child?  Will they be able to get admitted later?  Will they lose track and end up not attending/graduating?…

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  • Options for Smart Borrowing

    Options for Smart Borrowing

    When it comes to paying for college, the process can seem overwhelming. There are so many financing options out there and you might be feeling lost about how to choose the correct ones for your family. The key is to equip yourself with information so that you can have the knowledge you need to make…

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