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By Elizabeth LaScala

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About this blog: I post articles to offer timely and substantive college admission guidance on important topics and issues. Originally from New York, I have a B.S. from Hunter College in NYC and advanced professional degrees from the University of...  (More)

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Top 10 Great Alternatives to Visiting Colleges
Nov 16, 2023 9:40 am
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In today’s competitive admissions environment, here are 10 ways to provide an alternative to or better yet augment the in-person visit.

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Get an Early Education about On and Off-campus Housing
Nov 2, 2023 12:34 pm
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College-bound high school students and transfer applicants from community colleges usually consider the academics as well as the likelihood of admission when they... More
Graduate Fellowships and Scholarships Provided by Organizations
Oct 20, 2023 6:43 am
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Many graduate fellowships are provided by universities and are restricted to the pursuit of a masters or doctoral degree at that university. However, those are not... More
Considerations for Balancing Cost and Reward
Oct 4, 2023 1:20 am
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Furthering education typically requires more student loan debt. This is especially true for prospective graduate students who wish to study in a field that was not... More
Is There a Future Doctor in the House?
Sep 1, 2023 12:57 am
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One of the most critical decisions you can make as a high school student is selecting the college that will best support your goals. If you have your eye on becoming... More
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