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by Amanda Yen, Student Writer The Common App essay is one of the longest and most broad essays you’ll write as you apply to college. How can you make yours stand out? Here are some simple tips for kick-starting your Common App essay creatively. Don’t write about COVID. The pandemic is a traumatic experience, but it happened to everyone, …
College Planning for Parents with Children at Any Age
Even if you are just thinking about having children, it’s never too early to begin planning on how to fund college. Tuition costs are always rising, so smart parents don’t …
And They Were Roommates
by Amanda Yen, Student Writer Most people find their roommates either through social media pages or mutual friends. If you’re looking for a roommate through one of these avenues, here …
6 TIPS FOR A PERFECT COLLEGE SCHEDULE
by Amanda Yen, Student Writer No 8 a.m. classes. Let me be clear: Do not take any classes before 9:30 a.m. unless absolutely necessary. You might have gone to high …
The Steps to College Funding Success
Is your family trying to figure out how to send one or more kids to college without being in debt forever? College Planning Source can help! Our experienced financial advisors …
Letters of Rec 101
by Amanda Yen – Student Writer LETTERS OF REC 101 Which teachers do I ask? Above all, your recommenders should be reliable, teachers you can trust to write well about …
Still Undeclared?
by Amanda Yen – Student Writer STILL DON’T KNOW WHAT TO MAJOR IN? Getting Off the Ground Start with what you’re interested in. You’ll excel in areas that excite you, …
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