Paying for college: is the financial burden on parents or students?
College costs continue to skyrocket and families feel overwhelmed just thinking about paying for higher education. The biggest concern for students used to be getting into one of their top schools....
View ArticleTest prep courses for the SAT and ACT: what parents need to know
The SAT and ACT are significant criteria for college admissions and require advanced preparation in order for your student to achieve their best possible score. Test scores can make or break a...
View ArticleDoes my child need test prep for the SAT or ACT?
Most students will improve their test scores on the SAT and ACT by taking advantage of some good test prep. Why is test prep necessary? These tests are like a marathon. They require both mental and...
View ArticleOff to college: calming your anxieties
You may be feeling some anxiety before you are off to college. You are leaving familiar surroundings, friends, and family. This makes you feel insecure and a little bit apprehensive about what to...
View ArticleFinding colleges for students with learning disabilities
Many students with learning disabilities have struggled throughout their education to be successful. Some have been in schools that provided the support they needed, but others have found very little...
View ArticleGreat Ideas to Help with Your College Search
The college search requires time, knowledge, and research. It is important to discuss what your teen wants in a college experience. You should be looking for schools that offer your student the right...
View Article10 tips and strategies to improve your ACT score
Many high school seniors will be taking the ACT test on September 8 and October 27 this fall. It is a mental marathon and stressful experience for many students. Most colleges and universities use the...
View ArticleThe college admission process: Minimizing stress between parents and your child
Almost any parent you ask who has been through the college admission process with a child will be the first to admit it is stressful. Teenagers often have their ideas and you have yours. College...
View ArticleDenver National College Fair: A must for high school students to attend
Students in the Denver area should not miss this opportunity to attend the Denver National College Fair. It is a great way to meet with college reps and find out more about schools that interest...
View ArticleDon't miss the college fairs of greater Denver
If you missed the National College Fair at the Denver Convention Center on Sunday, October 7, you still have a chance to talk with college admission representatives from many out-of-state schools this...
View ArticleCollege in Colorado declares October college application month
College in Colorado (CIC) has declared October as the month for college applications. Most Colorado high school seniors are busy completing their applications and college essays. They also need to see...
View ArticleA private college counselor makes some college visits
This is fall break for many of the schools in the Denver area. As a private college counselor, I am taking advantage of the week to visit and revisit many of the colleges and universities in both...
View ArticleWestern Undergraduate Exchange (WUE): A College Option Worth Researching
Paying for college continues to be an overwhelming concern for parents and their college-bound students. There are scholarships, grants, loans and work-study that can all lessen the financial burden....
View ArticleFinancial aid can be confusing: a guide to student loans
Paying for college is an overwhelming concern for families who have a child heading off to a university next fall. First, if you intend to apply for financial aid, parents need to fill out the FAFSA...
View ArticleCollege admissions: the straight scoop
The college admission process can be a frustrating and overwhelming experience for high school students. It is no longer the straight forward experience it used to be. Beginning their junior year of...
View ArticleThe joy of college acceptance and the sorrow of the Sandy Hook shooting
My heart is heavy today. I don't like to dwell on tragedies, but this recent one has affected me more because of the loss of so many little children. I remember the night of Columbine because I had...
View ArticleCollege admissions: more college deferrals than ever in early admissions
Many students applied early admission to colleges and universities this year. Some were elated with their acceptances; others were disappointed because they were either rejected or deferred. Those who...
View ArticlePreparing for the SAT and ACT
The arrival of PSAT scores for high school juniors signals the beginning of the college planning process for many families. One of the first steps in that process is establishing a schedule when...
View ArticleExplore exciting opportunities at the gap year fair in Denver
Many people have heard of a gap year, but they may not know exactly what one is. A gap year is something a student decides to do either directly after high school or sometime during college. Sometimes...
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If I have never heard of a college, how can it to be any good?
I know that college affordability is a big concern for families today. Parents want to make sure they are getting the most value for their investment. However, I do get concerned when I hear a parent...
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