Avoid These FAFSA Mistakes (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) The FAFSA application is important for both need-based and merit aid. Avoid these FAFSA mistakes that can cost you college money. 1: Not completing the FAFSA Even if you don’t think you’ll qualify...
The OnToCollege College Application Guide It's College Application Time! In addition to OnToCollege College Planning Materials in the College & Career Readiness course, these resources can help answer college application questions: How Many Colleges Should I Apply to?...
Each year, many 7th-10th graders take standardized tests to qualify for academic talent search programs. But how do these programs work? And are they worth it?
Admissions officers, recruiters, counselors, professors, and future employers are checking your social media. Are you helping or hurting your college chances?
When you choose a Financial Safety School, you pick a school that allows for financial freedom, not future debt. Avoid Extensive Student Debt The average debt for college graduates is $35,210 as of March 2026. College should create financial freedom, not indebtedness....
If you have a teenager at home, chances are you have had the “What do you want to do after high school?” discussion. A few teens will start thinking of their post-high school ambitions while in middle school. Some will begin considering college and major choices as a...
New Study Suggests Elite Colleges Should Reinstate SAT/ACT.
As many top universities remain test-optional, evidence suggests the SAT and ACT predict success in college better than grades.
Just because you can automatically send ACT® Test scores to four colleges for free, should you? You may wonder whether you should wait until after you receive your test score. In most cases, you should save the money and send your scores for free. Why? By choosing...
Many colleges and universities no longer require students to submit a standardized test score for admission. Submitting an ACT® Test or SAT® Test score is often optional. But the test is optional primarily for those excited to pay full price. For those seeking...
