Ask the Admission Office
The college search process is so exciting! But it can give you a little tummy trouble, too. We take away all the jitters and help you learn everything you need to know about college visits.
Melissa Brock
Personal Finance and Admission Expert
My name is Melissa and I’m a longtime admission professional, personal finance writer, editor and parent.
I hatched my site because I’ve heard so many head-scratching questions from parents.
I’ve journeyed in the footsteps of hundreds of families, trekked to dozens of college fairs.
I want to help you and your kiddo on your college journey.
8 Important Questions to Ask Your Child’s School Counselor Right Now
College and career counselors are the unsung heroes of the college search process. They’re forthcoming about community-based scholarships, college prep courses and more. They’ve got a pulse on what’s going on at colleges and universities — because guess who talks to...
Get the Back-to-School Steps You Need to Know!
Everyone, you NEED this checklist. If you have a college-bound student (no matter what age!) and you're not sure how to launch the college search, get the free College Money Tips checklist. Check out the back to school college tips below. It's free! Click on the image...
8 College Admission Types (And the One that Works Best for Your Senior!)
It’s time for seniors to get that admission ball rolling, and now’s the time to start. One of the things I wish would be easier to understand are the different types of admission available at all schools. (I also wish there was one standard financial aid award that...
202 Powerful Questions to Ask on a College Tour
I loved it when families came for college tours. They were excited, happy and sometimes even nervous. However, some families weren’t sure what questions to ask because everything (everything!) was new to them. I compiled a list of must-ask questions to ask on a...
Handy Summer Checklist for Rising Juniors
It’s July, and while it might seem like it’s a great time to catch up on Netflix, go to the pool and work at a summer job, why not get a jump start on college? (I knoooow, convincing your high schooler might be a different story.) It's even more important to...