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Important FAFSA Changes Every Student, Parent/Contributor, & Counselor Should Be Aware Of
There's a new one-time, automatic ID confirmation process for some students.
"Dream School": A #HowIHowTo Guide on College Research, Spotlighting Occidental College
If the first thing you did when you got your hands on a copy of Jeff Selingo's latest book, Dream School, was flip to the appendix to see the new "It" colleges, you're missing the point.
Who Are You?
What does a college counselor mean when they say “show” the reader who you are in your college admissions essays?
#HowIHowTo: This One's for You, Juniors [Spring Edition]
Class is in session. It's time to explore how to: College Research, College Fairs, & Free Portfolio Review. Plus, a College Search refresher.
Yes, Some Things in Life Are Actually Free
Who doesn't love free?
Notes From the Trenches [2025-10-13]
It's crazy season again.
#HowIHowTo: Build a College List with affordability in mind
Confused and unsure of how to start?
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Looking for information/inspiration for your educational or career journey? There's lots to think about. Let's explore together.
UC Application Help
Questions about how to fill out the University of California application? There are tutorials that go beyond what’s in the Help button.
Writing About Your Lived Experience
What exactly is a “lived experience”?
College Club Teams
Find college club teams. You can represent your school and play at a competitive level without sacrificing academics.
Better Access with the AXS Companion
Need help with the Common App? There’s a new guide.
In-State for Out-of-State
In-state public universities aren’t the only path to college affordability. Check out Tuition Reciprocity Agreements.
How Much?
A How I/How-To, without the jargon, to help you compare the cost of your college options.
Banish the zombies!
Putting college admissions "zombie ideas" in context
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