A test-optional admissions policy means that a college will consider standardized test scores if submitted, but will review your application for admission without test scores if you choose not to…
Bright Horizons College CoachJuly 29, 2022
What happened? Some colleges and universities have very sophisticated marketing programs; some even hire outside marketing consultants and mail houses to coordinate all of their mailings and track responses from…
Bright Horizons College CoachJuly 2, 2022
CSU boasts many accolades related to quality and value and, while each of the 23 campuses is unique and compelling in its own way, they all share a common focus…
Bright Horizons College CoachJune 21, 2022
Whether faced with indecision about which school to attend, disappointment resulting from a dream school rejection, and/or uncertainty associated with being placed on a waitlist, soon-to-be college students may need…
Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.March 31, 2022
Collegescorecard.ed.gov can tell you a lot about a school – from graduation rates and the earnings of former students to how much debt you can expect to take on. College…
ScholarShare 529February 25, 2022
The key is to communicate those values to admissions offices. Your student having strong grades is something to be proud of, but it’s not enough on its own to stand…
ScholarShare 529July 25, 2021
Is your high school senior planning to go to college in the fall of 2022? Then make sure to watch this video chock full of practical advice and tips from…
Bright Horizons College CoachJune 30, 2021
And this belief honestly makes sense, given so much of the history and mission of higher education in this country! But while for many college attendance is a stop on…
Bright Horizons College CoachJune 30, 2021
College admissions officers are looking for high school students who make their summers meaningful. College Coach Beth Heaton shares tips on how to make the most of the time off,…
Bright Horizons College CoachApril 29, 2021
For many families, however, the initial elation of a college acceptance is quickly tempered by the receipt of a financial aid offer and the realization that, even after the awarded…
Bright Horizons College CoachMarch 26, 2021
The change took effect for the 2021-22 admissions cycle, and the overall number of essay questions remains the same: students choose from one of seven options. Gone is the prompt…
Bright Horizons College CoachMarch 26, 2021
