by Adam Pieper | Oct 11, 2021 | Articles, College Prep
More than $2.6 billion dollars in financial aid went unawarded in 2018. $2.6 billion dollars! That’s why it’s so important for students and their families to complete the FAFSA application before graduation (and every year!) in order to qualify for need-based aid and...
by Jacob Reeves | Oct 11, 2021 | Articles, College Prep, Financial Aid & Scholarships, High School
Since 1955, the National Merit Scholarship Program has awarded recognition and scholarships to top scholars across the country. They conduct an annual competition where fewer than 1% of students are designated as National Merit Scholars. How does one become eligible...
by Jacob Reeves | Oct 8, 2021 | Articles, College Prep
A recommendation letter for college is a summary of years of hard work both in high school and before. Does yours show off your outstanding work…or barely scratch the surface of what you’ve accomplished? Recommendation letters play an important role in the...
by Jacob Reeves | Oct 8, 2021 | Articles, College Prep, Financial Aid & Scholarships
So, a student asked you for a recommendation letter. Now what? How do you write a recommendation letter? Recommendations are critical for securing scholarships and acceptance letters. A 2019 survey from the National Association for College Admission Counseling found...
by Heidi Macy | Aug 5, 2021 | Articles, College Prep, Standardized Tests, Uncategorized
Hey juniors and seniors—the ACT and SAT still matter a lot! Even as many colleges temporarily extend their test-optional admissions policies another year, the ACT and SAT still can greatly affect merit-based scholarships and college admissions. In June 2021,...
by Jacob Reeves | Jun 11, 2021 | Articles, College Prep, Financial Aid & Scholarships
When it comes to planning for college, it can be overwhelming to know where to start, especially when it comes to scholarships. Everyone encourages you to apply for and earn scholarships, but how do you find the right scholarships to apply for? This blog walks you...
