JLV College Counseling17 Scholarship Mistakes to Avoid
A scholarship is something that can be very helpful when it comes to paying for college. Unfortunately, many students make mistakes as they are applying for scholarships. Some mistakes limit opportunities, while other mistakes can disqualify a student from consideration for a scholarship. As you are searching for and applying for scholarships, make sure to not make these 17 mistakes. Read More
Guaranteed Admission. Is That a Thing?
Have you seen advertisements saying they can guarantee you will be admitted to your dream school if you work with them? These companies or individuals will charge thousands of dollars and promise you will be admitted if you follow their advice. But, can anyone guarantee admission to any college? The answer is NO! There is no secret to being admitted to a college, but there are things that can possibly give you a better chance of being admitted. Read More
Scholarship Saturday – November 2, 2019
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.
November 2019 DoSomething Scholarships
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 that are accepting entries in November. Read More
Important Questions to Ask When Visiting Colleges
Learning as much as you can about a college is the best way to figure out if it is a good fit for you. A good starting point is to review the college marketing materials and websites. The next step is to visit the college campuses you are considering. However, the printed materials, websites, and college visits are all designed to attract prospective students. To gain further knowledge about the colleges you are considering, you must ask questions! Below are many questions to ask current students, admission counselors, and professors to learn more about a college. In addition, there are questions to ask yourself during or after a visit to determine if the college is a good fit for you. Read More
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