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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.
How to Prepare for College as a Freshman in High School
Freshmen may not believe their journey starts right now, but it does. Now’s the start of school and there’s no reason to wait! We’d occasionally get emails or letters from students that would explain their bad grades — loss of an important family member, students’ own...
8 Myths About the College Search (and Reasons to Save for Education)
Now that it’s back-to-school time, your child (or you!) may be in paralysis mode. Are you ready to launch the college search? It’s okay to say no. I know that it’s easy to feel completely unprepared, especially when the college search is changing so much right...
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...
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...
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...