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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.
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It’s almost spring break! You may not have tons of time to do college tours with your junior or sophomore, so here’s a guaranteed way to knock out two birds with one stone. All you need to do is say, “Hey, why don’t we sneak in a college visit during spring break?”...
How Long Does the FAFSA Take to Process?
Your application is processed by the U.S. Department of Education within three to five days if you submitted your FAFSA online using FAFSA on the web.On the other hand, if you submitted a paper FAFSA, your application will be processed within seven to 10 days. Early...
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Before you take the ACT, you have two options: You can study. You'll know what a good ACT score is and what to expect ahead of time. Or you can show up on test day, cross your fingers and wonder, "Gosh, how long is the ACT, anyway?" The best way to be sure you’re...
Why is College so Expensive in the United States?
Why is college so expensive? We're getting a wry chuckle out of that one. Every admission counselor hears it in every admission office at least 100 times per day. No question about it, college tuition was cheaper in ye olden days. From the late 1980s to 2018, the cost...
How to Choose a College in 7 Steps
You can still use a step-by-step guide on how to choose a college — who doesn't love a guide with handy tips? Here's what to do in seven steps. What’s the best way to choose a college? The college search invites hundreds of questions, doesn't it? You can't figure out...