JLV College Counseling14 Tips For Sharing Your Activities on College Applications
College admissions can be competitive, especially when you are applying to highly selective schools. In addition to your essay, your activities can help you stand out from the crowd. Your college applications will give you the opportunity to share information about your activities at school, church, your community, as well as information about your jobs and hobbies. Many of your activities will introduce the admission committee to your personality and the things that are important to you. However, college applications do not provide a lot of space to share your information. Therefore, it is important to be strategic when listing and describing your activities. Below are 14 tips for sharing your activities. Read More
Scholarship Saturday – October 7, 2017
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5 Intriguing Health Fields to Study in College
A medical career provides good pay, many avenues of opportunity, and high job security. Whether you’re a new graduate or still narrowing down career choices, healthcare is a smart choice. There are a number of different specialties to focus on. Here are five you may find particularly rewarding. Read More
Who Is My Parent For FAFSA Purposes?
Students who want to be considered for financial aid will need to submit the FAFSA. The FAFSA will determine your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and colleges will use the EFC to determine how much financial aid they will offer you if you are admitted. In addition to providing your financial information, the FAFSA requires the financial information of your parents if you are considered “dependent” by the FAFSA. However, some students might have trouble figuring out who should fill out the FAFSA. For example, if your parents are divorced or living apart, it may be confusing for you to determine who will fill out the FAFSA. Below are some tips to determine who will need to fill out the FAFSA so you can be considered for financial aid. Read More
How to Maintain a Balanced Life Despite Academic Stress in College
Whether you’re getting ready for your first semester in college or you’re pursuing an MBA, you’re worried about the academic stress that college will likely place on you. In addition to concerns about completing the work, you also want to know how you can maintain a balanced life. This is what you should keep in mind: Read More
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