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The Roadmap to Success: Preparing Early for Your Best College Experience

In this webinar recording, Collegewise admission experts will share tips on how to effectively prepare for a fulfilling and successful college experience from day one. Whether you’re a freshman, a senior, or somewhere in between, we want every student to feel confident and equipped to set themselves up for an exceptional college adventure.

You will discover:

  • How to find and prepare for a great fit college for your interests and lifestyle preferences
  • Important skills you should start developing in high school that will help you in college and beyond
  • How to make a great first impression in your college classes and find a routine for study
  • How to prepare for the challenges of living away from home
  • What factors to consider to find and build your college community
  • What resources your college may have available to help you settle in and succeed

 

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Understanding Early College Application Deadlines

The ever-changing nature of the college admissions process has many families feeling overwhelmed and left with unanswered questions. Turn confusion into clarity with our study on early college application deadlines and how admissions trends, yield rates, and the right strategy can pave successful pathways for families.

This guide will include:

  • The differences and similarities between Early Action and Early Decision college application deadlines.
  • A deep-dive into admissions trends and yield rates - broken down by college - since 2010, and how these changes can impact the evaluation process and future applicants.
  • A comprehensive look at why early college application deadlines matter and how families can use this information to improve their acceptance chances.

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Invest in Your Future: Expert Tips on Paying for College, Scholarships, and Financial Aid

Concerned with the rising costs of higher education? Wondering how to find the right college? Unsure how you’ll afford it once you do? 

It’s time to discover the key strategies that will unlock the doors to higher education without breaking the bank! Whether you qualify for need-based financial aid or are looking for merit scholarships, this video is for you. Our experts will demystify the complex world of financial aid, offering practical tips to navigate the application process with confidence. 

You’ll uncover:

  • How to determine your family’s budget
  • A real breakdown of college costs 
  • A clear overview of the financial aid process (forms, timelines and application steps) 
  • A strong understanding of how to design a school list that maximizes aid and scholarship opportunities 
  • Admissions trends and how they may impact you

 

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Finding Your Fit: Researching & Choosing the Right College

With over 4,000 universities just in the US, it’s no wonder most students feel overwhelmed by the research process to find the right schools. Where do you even begin? That’s why ACT and Collegewise have teamed up to guide you through the maze of college admissions, making it a less stressful and more successful journey. Here's what you'll learn:

  • How to do robust and effective research 
  • What factors to consider when conducting college research 
  • How to maximize college visits 
  • How to create a balanced college list that includes likely, target, and reach schools 
  • How to find schools that are the right fit for your personality, aspirations, and budget

Listen in to gain valuable, expert insights on how to effectively conduct college research and solidify a well-rounded list of schools. We want every student to be thrilled about their options.

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College Admissions from A to Z: Ace Your Application Process (And Stay Stress-Free)

Are you and your family feeling the pressure of the college application process?

ACT and Collegewise have teamed up to guide you through the maze of college admissions, making it a less stressful and more successful journey. In this informative webinar, you’ll gain valuable, expert insights into the admissions process that will help you approach your journey with confidence. Here's what you'll learn:

  • Discover what admission officers truly value as they assess applications.
  • Unlock the secrets of crafting outstanding extracurricular activities that make your application shine.
  • Understand what makes a compelling college essay that sets you apart from the competition.
Your path to higher education doesn't have to be so daunting. Join us in demystifying college admissions and crafting a successful application that leads to your best fit college.

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A Hot Take on College Rankings

The world of admissions is perceived to be a competition, and hyper-selective schools are perceived to be the prize. That’s why the U.S. News and World Report rankings have gotten attention – a list showcasing those top prizes and essentially devaluing those not present on that list.

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To Do Great Research, Try Thinking Smaller

From the outside, colleges are big and scary. They’re complicated, too – everyone knows that. But it’s worth thinking about exactly how complex they can seem to a high schooler.

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The SAT Is Going Digital. Here's What That Means For You.

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Applying to Multiple Colleges? Here's What You Need to Know

What’s the “right” number of colleges to apply to?

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We are thrilled with Collegewise. Our counselor calmed and guided us through the journey, and most of all, she made what many of our friends told us was an incredibly stressful process into a stress-free journey, and at the end, Adam had several great school acceptances.

MARK, PARENT OF ADAM

GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

Collegewise has worked so hard to keep Colin focused on his essays and applications, and they provided incredible feedback on his drafts. They let his individuality shine in his writing, and we think that had so much to do with his getting accepted to Brown. Collegewise played such a big part in getting Colin into the college of his choice and starting him down the road to future success.

KEN AND KIMBERLY, PARENTS OF COLIN

BROWN UNIVERSITY

Collegewise made the application process painlessly achievable, and unbelievably, all of my kids had fun. Our counselor introduced colleges that were not on our radar but ended up on everyone's final list. I felt very comfortable stepping away and letting my kids work independently with guidance from their counselor, who managed the process from start to finish. The assistance we received was worth every penny.

KATHLEEN, PARENT OF RILEY

UCLA

My time with Collegewise was extremely helpful, especially because I was balancing applying to 18 colleges while still having my schoolwork plus sports schedule. My counselor kept me on track with specific due dates so I could finish everything about three weeks ahead of time. In addition, her support with my essays really helped set my applications apart!

DUYTAM

UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

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