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Deciding on a College Once You’ve Been Accepted
You’ve been accepted! All of your hard work is starting to pay off and now you’re lucky enough to be able to choose where you would like to go. Let’s go through the steps you should take before hitting “accept” on a school’s offer. Compare Financial Aid Once you receive the email that you have…
Guide to Financial Aid
By: Marissa Williams Financial Aid is money that assists students when it comes to educational expenses.This can include tuition, housing, or fees. When it comes to financial aid, students don’t know where to start. This guide will help students have a better understanding of what aid is and how to move forward with receiving it!…
College vs. Trade School
Links in post. https://research.com/universities-colleges/trade-school-vs-college https://mwcc.edu/blog/community-college-versus-trade-school/#:~:text=Learning%20Environment,training%20using%20real%2Dlife%20equipment. https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/trade-school-vs-college
Writing your Supplemental Essays
By: Marissa Williams Supplemental essays hold just as much weight as any other part of your application. Supplemental essays allow for the admissions office to see how you directly connect to the college and or its values. Supplemental essays should be personal and show a clear connection between you and as to why you believe…
Creating Your Perfect College Essay
By: Marissa Williams The idea of writing your college essay may be scary, but it doesn’t have to be! Many students find writing their essays to be the hardest part of the entire college application process. As many colleges and universities are going test-optional, it is essential to have a strong essay that showcases your…
Searching for Scholarships
Check out this infographic to learn more information about scholarships. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lKzVo_vGxrxUsCxKLZR-H19Ci194Ol_2/view?usp=sharing
Navigating Financial Aid: A Guide for High School Seniors and Underclassmen
As high school students begin preparing for college, one of the biggest concerns is how to afford higher education. With tuition costs rising every year, understanding the different types of financial aid available is essential. Financial aid comes in various forms, each with its own benefits and considerations. In this guide, we’ll break down the…
