JLV College CounselingBook Ideas for High School Graduates Heading to College in the Fall
Students heading to college for the first time have a lot of questions. Most students are excited, but nervous because of all of the unknowns. It’s hard to know what to expect because college is so much different than high school. Luckily, there are a lot of great books out there that give students tips, tricks, and information on the college life. Whether you’re a student heading to college in the fall or someone looking to give a gift to a new high school graduate, there are a lot of great options to consider. Read More
July 2017 Scholarships
Attending college can be quite expensive for students and their families. Luckily, there are many college scholarships and contests available to help pay for a college education. Students should seek out and apply for scholarships in which they meet the eligibility requirements. Below are a handful of scholarships with July 2017 due dates. Check out the full list of July Scholarships – there are currently over 200 scholarships on the list! More scholarships will be added as they become available. Read More
Scholarship Saturday – May 13, 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.
How to Prepare For the ACT Over the Summer
Giving up much of your summer to study for the ACT is not what most people want to do, but if you are serious about getting into the college you want, you need to make a conscious decision to buckle down and study. Don’t know where to start? Here are some tips to get you started. Read More
4 Tips for Summer College Visits
Summer is coming and college visits are on the agenda for many families. However, many college counselors typically discourage summer college visits. Colleges may feel like different places during the summer when class is not in session. But, summer may be your only option for visiting, especially if you are considering colleges far away from home. So, should you visit colleges during the summer? Yes! Follow these four tips to make sure your summer college visits are worthwhile. Read More
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