Senioritis. Yes. It’s a word (and a disease). It hits most seniors the last semester of high school. It usually strikes after all their college applications are completed and submitted, and grabs total hold after they have received offers of admission. Senioritis says, “The year is almost over. I’ve been accepted to college. It’s […]
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Dealing with Senioritis (The College Dream Killer)
By Suzanne Shaffer on Tuesday, January 16th, 2018 | Comments Off on Dealing with Senioritis (The College Dream Killer)
Using Statistics to Find Your College Fit
By Suzanne Shaffer on Tuesday, December 5th, 2017 | Comments Off on Using Statistics to Find Your College Fit
You might be surprised to know that in addition to all the factors students use to choose a college, there is one they might overlook: statistics. While location, major, campus appeal, and others are certainly important statistics will help you and your student make a more informed college choice. Why statistics? Statistics will help […]
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Should Your Student Work With a Professional Test Prep Tutor?
By Suzanne Shaffer on Thursday, October 5th, 2017 | Comments Off on Should Your Student Work With a Professional Test Prep Tutor?
Should your student work with a professional test prep tutor? Bobby Hood, of Noodle Pros, says YES! Bobby has been tutoring professionally for 7 years. He is a member of the Triple Nine Society, an association of individuals with IQ scores above the 99.9th percentile. After graduating high school as valedictorian with an SAT […]
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6 Ways to Prepare Your Child for College
By Suzanne Shaffer on Thursday, August 10th, 2017 | Comments Off on 6 Ways to Prepare Your Child for College
Going to college is a huge milestone. It is a proud moment but it can be emotional and overwhelming at the same time. Therefore, you must prepare your child before they step inside those college gates. Here are 6 ways you can prepare your child early for college. Understand their Passions and Interests Learning […]
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College Launch Day – 5 LIVE Free Events for Parents and Students
By Suzanne Shaffer on Monday, August 7th, 2017 | Comments Off on College Launch Day – 5 LIVE Free Events for Parents and Students
GOING TO COLLEGE? HAVE A CHILD GOING TO COLLEGE? Join Harlan Cohen, author of The Naked Roommate, for COLLEGE LAUNCH DAY on AUGUST 10th! This jam-packed day features 5 LIVE FREE EVENTS addressing everything students & parents need to know about life in college. WATCH LIVE or WATCH THE REPLAYS available August 11-13 (until […]
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7 Tips for Summer SAT Prep
By Suzanne Shaffer on Sunday, June 25th, 2017 | Comments Off on 7 Tips for Summer SAT Prep
As the school year is over and the final examination grades are being compiled across the nation. Many students and parents are brainstorming different ways of squeezing in some test prep time over the summer. If that’s not you yet, don’t worry! Here are 7 actionable tips you can use to help your […]
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Parents, Money and Minors: Credit, Cash and Your College Bound Kid
By Suzanne Shaffer on Monday, February 20th, 2017 | Comments Off on Parents, Money and Minors: Credit, Cash and Your College Bound Kid
Getting your kids through college is always going to be a financial challenge for many parents and there are plenty of decisions that have to be made about how much monetary support you should provide and when they need to take up the slack. Here is a look at some of the answers to […]
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Is Distance Learning Right for You?
By Suzanne Shaffer on Monday, February 13th, 2017 | 1 Comment
When it comes to studying, the most typical method we take is to go to a college, university or similar school and just learn. We speak to our lecturer, teacher, or advisors and we learn from them. We buy books, study them, write up documents and complete tests to prove that we’ve learned something. […]
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Merry Christmas to Parents of the College Bound
By Suzanne Shaffer on Friday, December 23rd, 2016 | 11 Comments
Wherever you are in the college prep process, I know the obstacles you face and the struggles you have balancing parenting and college prep. One of the reasons I began my blog was to help parents who need help like I did. I know how hard it is to find the right advice, get the […]
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10 Study Abroad Statistics for You and Your Student
By Suzanne Shaffer on Friday, December 9th, 2016 | Comments Off on 10 Study Abroad Statistics for You and Your Student
Many students will be making the decision to study abroad in the spring. If you’re on the fence and wonder if the experience is worth the cost, these study abroad statistics should help. For many years, the benefits of studying abroad have been described in words like these: “It will completely change your life!” […]
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