U-Prep 101

Practical Guidelines for College Preparation

Common Questions

Senioritis…We’d find a cure, but we’re too lazy

Senioritis…We’d find a cure, but we’re too lazy

It’s late February. For most seniors, this means getting that FAFSA submitted, making final visits, and eventually (by May 1) sending in that enrollment deposit. Below are just a few reminders for Seniors who may find themselves struggling with “Senioritis.”

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College Rankings

College Rankings

As a Director of Admissions, I am often asked about college rankings. What do they mean? How does a school get ranked? Why is one school higher than another?

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Campus Visit:  Part II

Campus Visit: Part II

This type of wisdom, discernment, and critical thought needs to be implemented by all students and parents investigating colleges. As an admissions professional, I can attest that a campus visit will tell you a LOT about a school. It’s more than just taking a campus tour. Students and parents should require universities to allow them to sit in on a class and meet with professors. Students and parents need to be smart about this choice, take it seriously, and do their research.

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