December: Preparing for College Applications

December ushers in a period of holiday cheer, good will, and the rush to complete college applications. Many high school seniors are contemplating their future over the next four years and scrambling to put together an application in an increasingly competitive market. Get informed and be prepared!

Those Looming College Application Deadlines
The college application process has come a long way in the past five years. Many colleges request that applicants submit their materials electronically. This provides for some added ease, as well as some additional logistics to consider.

Tips for Parents: Dos and Don'ts for Helping Your Child Through College Admission
The college search and admission process is a life-changing event for your child, and often for the whole family. Here are some dos and don'ts for parents entering the world of college admission.
An Internet Road Map for the College-Bound Student


The Internet can help you in nearly every part of the college search. But surfing the Web can also eat up time better spent on schoolwork, time with friends, or even sleeping—with no guarantee that you'll find what you're looking for.
Getting Those College Essays Right
It is very important that students recognize that the personal essay represents an opportunity to speak and communicate more about themselves. Learn how to turn your experiences into a winning essay.

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