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Keys to College: SAT or ACT? Which Test is Best?
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Keys to College opens the door to the latest information, news, and professional insights on the complex world of college admissions. Saturday, February 16, 2013. Which Test is Best? Like it or not, standardized test scores remain a factor in the admissions decisions of many colleges. Unless you are applying to "test optional" schools. You'll need to sit for either the ACT. As part of the admissions process. The question is, Which test is best for you to take? First, take the pre-tests, the PSAT. Offer f...
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Keys to College: July 2012
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Keys to College opens the door to the latest information, news, and professional insights on the complex world of college admissions. Friday, July 6, 2012. What the Top Colleges are Looking For. So, assuming youve got the exceptional grades and test scores to put you in the running, what else are highly selective colleges looking for in potential students? How can you start preparing to be a competitive candidate long before its time to complete those applications? Posted by Lora Lewis. FAFSA (Free Appl...
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Keys to College: Understanding Financial Aid
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Keys to College opens the door to the latest information, news, and professional insights on the complex world of college admissions. Monday, January 12, 2015. Financial aid comes in two main forms: Scholarships (based on merit or need) and loans (for the student, parents, or both). Families with lower incomes may also be eligible for federal grants. Outside scholarships are also available, though they usually carry smaller award amounts. Still, they can be worth applying for; if it takes an hour to ...
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Keys to College: What the Top Colleges are Looking For
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Keys to College opens the door to the latest information, news, and professional insights on the complex world of college admissions. Friday, July 6, 2012. What the Top Colleges are Looking For. So, assuming you've got the exceptional grades and test scores to put you in the running, what else are highly selective colleges looking for in potential students? How can you start preparing to be a competitive candidate long before it's time to complete those applications? Colleges like to see applicants who g...
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Keys to College: August 2012
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Keys to College opens the door to the latest information, news, and professional insights on the complex world of college admissions. Friday, August 3, 2012. Tips for Completing the Common Application. The 2012-13 Common Application. Went live on August 1. While the deadlines for most private colleges arent until fall or early winter, the best time to get started on your application is right now. The following tips can help you complete your Common App accurately and with a minimum of stress. The Oregon ...
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Keys to College: Make the Most of College Campus Visits
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Keys to College opens the door to the latest information, news, and professional insights on the complex world of college admissions. Monday, June 18, 2012. Make the Most of College Campus Visits. Schedule a campus tour. While you're on the tour, ask questions. Lots of them. Ask ahead of time if you will be able to tour dormitories, sports facilities, art studios or whatever matters to you. If not, ask how you can arrange to do so. Arrange to sit in on a class in a subject of interest. It's a great w...
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Keys to College: June 2010
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Keys to College opens the door to the latest information, news, and professional insights on the complex world of college admissions. Tuesday, June 22, 2010. Top 10 Things Colleges Look for In Students. The Independent Educational Consultants Association, IECA. Posted by Lora Lewis. What colleges look for. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). Professional counseling to make your college admissions process a success. Oakland, California, United States. View my complete profile. Lora Lewis Educational Consulting.
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Keys to College: June 2012
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Keys to College opens the door to the latest information, news, and professional insights on the complex world of college admissions. Saturday, June 30, 2012. Tips for Researching Colleges. Posted by Lora Lewis. Labels: choosing a college. US News college rankings. Monday, June 18, 2012. Make the Most of College Campus Visits. Posted by Lora Lewis. Tuesday, June 12, 2012. Summer College Planning for Rising Seniors. Posted by Lora Lewis. Friday, June 8, 2012. Is College Only for the Rich? Once upon a time...
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Keys to College: December 2013
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Keys to College opens the door to the latest information, news, and professional insights on the complex world of college admissions. Thursday, December 5, 2013. Tips for Successful Supplement Essays: The Why Us? Even if a school is your hands-down favorite, addressing this question can be daunting. It can be downright intimidating if the school is one you like but have never visited, or have just heard about through friends or relatives. So how should you respond when the colleges ask why. Next, think a...
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Keys to College: SAT Subject Tests: A Crash Course
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Keys to College opens the door to the latest information, news, and professional insights on the complex world of college admissions. Tuesday, February 18, 2014. SAT Subject Tests: A Crash Course. The SAT Subject Tests. Should I Take Subject Tests? Around 160 colleges and universities. In short, if testing doesn't make you a crazy person or a complete basket case, it's probably worth it to spend an afternoon taking Subject Tests in areas where you excel. When Should I Take The Tests? If you're taking AP ...