5 Mistakes I Regret I’ve Done in College

There is a good reason that many people reminisce about college as the time when they were learning about the world and their future professions. However many people also have regrets about college that sometimes run very deep and can often shape the life you still have ahead of you.

I’ll tell you about some of the mistakes I’ve made, and the regrets that came with them. While some of them might be minor in your eyes, they still keep me awake at night every once in a while. Read More

Merry Christmas

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

I hope you enjoy your winter break and your time with family and friends.

Jessica Velasco
JLV College Counseling

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Scholarship Saturday – December 23, 2017

The deadlines for the scholarships that were on this list have passed. To see scholarships that are still accepting applications, visit more recent Scholarship Saturday posts.

6 Ways To Successfully Prepare Yourself For College

It’s never too early to start preparing yourself for college, especially if you’re keen to make yourself a more desirable college applicant. Not only will it help you if you pick the classes that may you look good on your application, but you’ll also get earlier in the right mindset. Colleges are getting more competitive every year, so if you’re nearing the end of your high school career, it might be the right time for you to start thinking about your future. That’s why we’ve prepared some of the best tips on how to get yourself ready for college. Read More

Should I Post This Online?

Social media is a great way for us to stay connected with others. It allows us to know what is going on with family and friends when we cannot be with them. And, it lets us share anything we want with our followers. However, your friends and families might not be the only ones who are watching what you are doing online. Some colleges, scholarship providers, and hiring managers are using social medial to learn more about their applicants before making decisions. Read More