JLV College CounselingScholarship Saturday – June 25, 2016
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 many times should you take the SAT or ACT?
There is no magic number for how many times a student should take the SAT or ACT. For some students, taking the test once may be enough. For others, they may need to take the test twice or even three times. There are no penalties for taking the tests multiple times, or choosing to take both tests to see how you do on the different tests. So, how should students determine how many times they should take standardized tests? A lot of it depends on the colleges you are considering. Keep these things in mind when figuring out whether to retake the SAT or ACT. Read More
10 common mistakes to avoid during the college search
Choosing a college is an important decision for students. The right college will be a good fit academically, socially, and financially. When students choose the right college for them, they typically do well academically and enjoy their time while on campus. On the other hand, choosing the wrong college can lead to poor grades and/or an unhappy college experience. Therefore, it is important to take your time as you research colleges and make sure the college is a good fit. Unfortunately, many students make common mistakes when choosing a college. Here are ten mistakes to avoid when choosing colleges to consider. Read More
Scholarship Saturday – June 18, 2016
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.
Scholarships with August 2016 deadlines
Scholarships closing dates have passed. Check out scholarships that are currently accepting applications and submissions here.
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 August 2016 deadlines. Read More
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