Tag Archives: picking a college

The Other Factors to Consider When Exploring Colleges

Posted on April 21, 2016 by

Beyond prestige and ranking are the practical issues. by Anne Vaccaro Brady In previous posts, I’ve covered what makes a good college for your student and how to pick a college. But there are some overlooked elements about a school that … Continue reading →

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Help Your Student Graduate College in Four Years, Part 1

Posted on February 25, 2016 by

Making the right decisions in high school can pay off in college. By Anne Vaccaro Brady   Look closely at graduation rates on College Scorecard, the site set up by the U.S. Department of Education to help families compare colleges, … Continue reading →

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Parenting Your High School Senior During College Decision Time

Posted on March 26, 2015 by

How to offer guidance without taking control. By Anne Vaccaro Brady With at least a couple of college acceptance letters and financial aid packages in hand, your high school senior knows decision time is looming. National Decision Day is May 1. … Continue reading →

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Understand What Makes a “Good” College for Your Student

Posted on February 26, 2015 by

It’s about more than bragging rights. By Anne Vaccaro Brady In talking with parents of high school juniors and seniors lately, I’ve been asked what makes a “good” college. The expected answer is ranking, selectivity and buzz, the last one … Continue reading →

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Get Your High School Junior Involved with College Planning Now

Posted on January 29, 2015 by

It’s time to create a list of schools, schedule college visits, pick an SAT/ACT prep program and talk about money. By Anne Vaccaro Brady   As your junior plows through the most demanding year of high school, they must also … Continue reading →

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College News for a Stress-free Summer

Posted on May 29, 2014 by

Okay, I can’t guarantee there will be no stress, but this info will help ease the tension. By Anne Vaccaro Brady Whether you’re the parent of a high school student or a recent graduate, there’s plenty of college-related planning required … Continue reading →

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Solutions to College Rejections, Missed Financial Aid Deadlines and more

Posted on April 9, 2014 by

Plus expert advice on how to decide among college acceptances. By Anne Vaccaro Brady Spring brings a flurry of to-dos for college-bound high school seniors and their parents, including picking a school by National Decision Day on May 1. But … Continue reading →

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