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FAQ About Preparing For Freshman Year
The summer before freshman year of college can be a stressful time, and you no doubt have questions about what to do and what to expect. Here are some of those frequently asked questions answered. How Much Should I Pack? This is a common problem for freshman students who tend to pack too little or …
FAQs About College Visits
College visits are a key part to the college search process. Being on campus, seeing the buildings, interacting with the professors, can give you a better feel and understanding for that experience than online research alone. Here we’ve collected some of the most common questions about college visits, so you can be prepared for your …
How To Throw a Great Grad Party
Now that your high school graduation is on the horizon, you probably feel like throwing a grad party! Congratulations! If you’re looking to host one, here are some tips to make sure it’s great. Plan Ahead One of the biggest aspects of throwing a grad party, or any party really, is planning ahead. However, when …
Why You Should Follow Your College on Social Media
There are many things soon-to-be-freshman should do before their first year of college starts. One of those things should be to follow their college on social media. Here’s why: Keep Up to Date on News Nowadays, social media platforms are where many people get their news. Whether it’s a trending topic, or updates from pages …
How To Start Planning For Your Summer College Visits
With no school work to worry about and more free time on your hands, summer is a great time to plan your college visits. At the college campus too, university staff have a lighter load during the summer so you can expect to get a more personalized tour. Having proper plan in place will help …
Nervous About Freshman Year of College? Tips to Ease Your Stress
It’s perfectly normal to be worried or nervous about heading to college! However, not everyone’s anxieties are the same. Here are three common worries and how you can help deal with the stress. Nervous About Homesickness Are you worried about leaving your parents, your siblings, and your pets at home? Worried you may miss them? …
What NOT To Do The Summer Before Your Freshman Year of College
You have one more summer before you head off to college! It’s an exciting time and you probably already have a to-do list, whether for school or for fun. However, there are a few things you should not do or forget to do this season. Don’t Slack Off But Don’t Work Too Hard Either Summer …
How To Select A College Major This Summer
Selecting a college major is a huge decision. It’s right up there with choosing the right college. Considering you will be spending the next four years in the program that you choose, it is important to spend as much time as possible exploring prospective majors so that you make the right decision. Although you can …
A Summer Checklist for Graduating Seniors
First off—Congratulations! You’ve made it through high school and all that stands between you and being a college freshman is summer. While you’ve definitely earned some fun in the sun and relaxation time, there’s still some college prep work to do during your break. A Summertime Checklist for Soon-to-be-Freshmen Checklist for High School: Thank any …
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