We’ve all heard the phrase “Be True to Yourself”. But how does that apply to the college admissions process? Applying to college can be an exciting and sometimes overwhelming process, but with some careful planning and preparation, you can authentically showcase yourself as a strong candidate. Here are some key thoughts. Remember, applying to college …
Parents can worry that their high school aged child will not be ready for college. Here are ten things your child might already be doing, and tips on how to foster these already great habits and actions to make them more meaningful. Here at Matrix, we regularly work with students and families to build upon …
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Before your college-bound child completes the 11th grade, one of the most important things he can do is figure out what he wants in a college. There are lots of factors to consider, such as location, size, academic programs, extracurricular activities, and cost. Once he prioritizes what’s important to him in a college, he can …
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College rankings are everywhere; it’s hard to avoid them. High school students and their parents might look at college rankings for lots of reasons. They want to get a general sense of the quality of education at a particular school, and rankings make it seem easy to compare schools and to narrow down a list …
If you are lucky enough to live in Ohio, you have 14 excellent in-state options for college. Some are more well-known than others. Check out this list: there might be an Ohio school that’s a great fit for you! BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY Bowling Green State University is one of the best schools for sports …
Many families wonder if they should fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Oftentimes families do not think they will qualify for need-based aid because their income is too high. I recommend that families fill it out. Here’s why: You may be eligible for aid. There is no set level of income …
Why should students test prep? So many colleges are test optional now, so what’s the big deal? Here are six reasons to do college test prep: Test prep can be a great way to feel confident walking into your SAT or ACT testing center. If you’re prepared and confident, you just might get the score …
This guest blog was written by Alice Hancock, an IEC from North Carolina who has been helping students develop their writing skills for years. She created My College Help LLC as a means to positively impact students’ lives. Using her Master’s degree in Education and over 20 years of teaching experience, she assists families and students …
If you have a high school student, chances are they have activities, vacations, sports, and a job keeping them busy this summer. But they probably also have a little bit of free time. Here are five easy yet important tasks they can do that will really help them start thinking about college. Show this list …
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If you are a high school parent, you’ve probably heard of independent educational consultants (IECs), or college admissions consultants. These consultants have a great deal of knowledge about colleges, and can offer vital help to college bound high school students, from choosing a major to finding colleges that fit them best to working on college …
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