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What Should I Look For on a College Visit?
Tweet Share on Facebook April 27, 2011 Comment (1)College visits can often be deal breakers in the decision to apply to or attend a school. With summer coming up, students need to consider the most important—but often overlooked—things to do on these tours. This week's question from Jason C. in Boulder, Colo. tackles the issue of how to be productive during campus visits.
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Can I Negotiate My Financial Aid Offer?
Tweet Share on Facebook April 20, 2011 Comment (3)Many students and their families are unaware that financial aid packages are generally not set in stone. If circumstances change, or if the package is significantly less than expected, there are things that can be done to help increase the award. This week's question from Matthew H. in Richmond, Va. tackles the issue of how to appeal for more money to pay for college.
Q: My parents were just laid off and I'm worried that my financial aid package won't be sufficient for me and my family to cover my college costs. Can I negotiate with schools to increase my package, and how would I go about that?
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How Do I Choose From My Backup Colleges?
Tweet Share on Facebook April 13, 2011 Comment (1)It's as competitive as it's ever been in college admissions. With reports of schools receiving record numbers of applications—and dishing out a record number of rejections—knowing best strategies for picking from second-choice schools is key. This week's question from Lauren B. in Houston tackles the issue of how to choose the right college from your wait-list and backup options.
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Can Facebook Posts Lead to College Rejections?
Tweet Share on Facebook April 6, 2011 Comment (1)'Tis the season. Colleges have sent out their admissions decisions, with prospective students eagerly sorting through acceptances and rejections. This week's question from Derrick L. in New York, N.Y. tackles the question of whether an applicant's social media activity has an effect on college admissions.
