Should You Wait on that College Waiting List?
Getting wait-listed can be perceived as a positive thing for some hopeful students. To them, it means their dream school has not out-right denied them, and that’s a good thing. They don’t see through...
View ArticleNot All College Freshman Classes Are Filled Yet
May 1st has historically been the day that college admissions have the best idea of who will make up their freshman classes. This is still traditionally true for elite private institutions and some...
View ArticleThe 10 Most Expensive Private Colleges
Last week we gave you the list of the ten least expensive private schools. Today, from US News, we bring you the 10 most expensive private colleges. Before you take a looksy and get all choked up...
View ArticleCappex Myth Busters: 4 & 1/2 College Myths Debunked
If your idea of what college and university life is like happens to be based on your dad’s nostalgic and, most likely, exaggerated stories about the craziest toga party the dean ever had to break up or...
View ArticleIntroducing Friday College Town Hall!
What’s is Friday College Town Hall? We love giving our two-cents on the college search and scholarship search experience since helping students find their perfect college match and guiding them...
View Article6 Tips for Your College Interview
Even though most colleges do not require that you have an interview, an interview can have a positive effect on your college application. Think of it as a super personal supplement to your paper...
View ArticleFacebook Etiquette Do’s and Don’ts for College-Bound Students
The boundaries of social networking can be a bit murky. While networks like Facebook are meant to help you connect with people, should you really be open to showcasing your after-the-bell-rings life...
View Article5 Reasons to Relish in High School Before College
Being a teenager means wanting the next best thing–the newest Apple product, that new Ed Hardy shirt, those Uggs, a Razor scooter, a laser disk player, a MySpace account–and some of those things you...
View ArticleFriday College Town Hall
In Friday College Town Hall, we post a question about college, and you leave an answer in the comment field. Today’s question: This week, 7 students in New York have been charged with hiring someone to...
View ArticleGet In Your Early Decision or Early Action Applications!
Do you not only want to get admitted to a college but also be legally bound to attend if you’re accepted? Then early decision is perfect for you! If you’re totally into a college, like 99% of you is...
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