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10 Steps to Help You Decide Which College To Choose

Strategic College Consulting

Review Your Priorities : Make a list of your priorities in a college, including academic programs, location, campus culture, extracurricular activities, financial aid, and any other factors that are important to you. Consider the total cost of attendance and how much financial aid you will need to cover these costs.

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Demystify the MIT Acceptance Rate and Increase Your Chances of Getting In

StandOut College Prep

From understanding acceptance rates and admissions criteria to exploring financial aid options and crafting a well-rounded application, we’ll cover everything you need to know to maximize your chances of becoming a proud member of the MIT family.

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“Move-in melt” is on the rise: Why it’s happening and 3 strategies to fight it

EAB

Factors Contributing to Move-In Melt Based on our last year’s data, we saw move-in melt primarily happening in two student groups: international students and students without financial aid packages where the enrollment team believes they may be eligible for need-based aid. So, what’s going on with these student populations?

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Choosing a College: How to tell if a College is Right for You

SSA Online College Prep

Even if you’ve already made some estimates, getting an acceptance letter – and the financial aid package – make it more real and more detailed. Compare your financial aid letters side by side, considering the conditions of scholarships and loans including repayment, merit requirements, and more. Connections.

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What’s a Good SAT/ACT Score for Applying to College?

Solomon Admissions

High schools have many different academic philosophies and offer varying curriculum types, including the Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs. Furthermore, SAT scores may also impact scholarships and financial aid opportunities.

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Why Does the SAT Still Matter?

SSA Online College Prep

Financial Aid and SAT Scores. To receive financial aid or scholarships from universities, your SAT scores—along with your GPA and EFC (Expected Family Contribution), which is determined by FAFSA—are still important for awarding scholarships or grants to prospective students. Remedial Courses. From this 62%, 10.3%

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Should You Interview with a College for your Application?

SSA Online College Prep

Schools who require the college interview often do so to consider you for admissions into the school as well as admission into certain specific programs, scholarships, or class placements. Want more college/financial aid tips directly in your inbox? How Should I Prepare?