March 2017 DoSomething Scholarships

March 2017 DoSomething Scholarships | JLV College Counseling Blog

Do you like making a difference in your school or community? If you do, DoSomething has many campaigns to make a difference, and for participating, you will be entered to win a scholarship! Below are campaigns from DoSomething accepting entries in March. Read More

March 2017 Newsletter

March 2017 Newsletter | JLV College Counseling

We are only a few short months away from the summer. Here’s are a few quick tips for each grade level and what they should be doing in March. Read More

Scholarship Saturday – February 25, 2017

Scholarship Saturday - February 25, 2017 | 73 College Scholarships and Contests with upcoming deadlines | JLV College Counseling Blog

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.

Should I Attend Admitted Student Events?

Should I Attend Admitted Student Events? | JLV College Counseling BLog

As you start to receive acceptance letters, you will also receive invitations to admitted student events. But, what is an admitted student event and should you attend? The decision will be different for each student and family. Therefore, I’ll share what an admitted student event is and what you should consider as you are making your decision to attend or not. Read More

Determining the Best Financial Fit After Financial Aid Award Letters Arrive

Determining the Best Financial Fit After Financial Aid Award Letters Arrive | JLV College Counseling BlogFinancial aid will play a huge role in the decision process for many students. Unfortunately, financial aid award letters can be confusing, especially when award letters look different. A common mistake many families make is they believe the largest “award” is the best financial aid award. However, this is not always the case. I’ll give you tips on how to review and compare financial aid award letters so you can make an educated decision when choosing the college you will attend in the fall. Read More