Merit aid is a form of financial assistance awarded to college students based on academic, athletic, artistic, or other achievements rather than financial need. Here are the top 10 factors that can help you secure merit aid: 1. Strong Academic Performance High GPA and challenging coursework (AP, IB, or honors classes) can significantly increase your …
Heading to college is an exciting and transformative time for high school graduates. Here are some important things to know and consider before making this transition: Academic Preparation Personal Responsibility Social Life and Campus Life Practical Skills Career and Future Planning Legal and Technology Emotional Preparedness Entering college is a big step, and being prepared …
Visiting a college sounds easy, right? Your child is interested in a particular university. She signs up for the official college tour. You show up together. You head to the info session, listen to the admissions rep, then follow the trained student ambassador around on the tour as they point to the science building, the …
Now that we are a couple of decades into the 21st century, the “Four Cs” — Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, and Critical Thinking — are more important than ever. They are essential skills that high school students need to navigate the complexities of college and beyond. At Matrix College Consulting, we understand the importance of these …
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When your child starts their journey to find the ideal college, it can be both exciting and overwhelming. The key to success lies in college research and being willing to explore different options. In this guide, we’ll look at a strategic approach for high school students to start their college exploration (without depending too heavily …
Navigating the college admissions process involves understanding the nuances of various decision plans, each tailored to different students’ preferences and circumstances. Here are the four main admission decision plans (note: not all schools offer all of these options): Regular Decision – typical due date is in January Rolling Admission – the earlier students apply, the …
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 …
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 …
You applied Early Action or even Early Decision to some colleges on your list. They’ve either accepted, denied, or deferred you. Deferring early candidates has become standard practice during the last few years, as universities have had difficulties predicting which of their accepted candidates will attend. Though frustrating, a deferral is not a rejection, and …