College Planning for Juniors: How to Prepare for the College Application Process
High school juniors are at a pivotal stage in the college application process. While senior year gets the spotlight, much of the prep work should happen NOW. Here’s a short guide to get you started on your college planning.
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Budgeting in College
While keeping track of finances before college may not have been of concern to some students, it is a vital skill to learn for all. Parents should take the time to sit with their student and discuss budgeting before they arrive on campus for freshman year. It is important for families to establish a plan for how pay for both expected and unexpected expenses.
College Planning for Juniors
If you have not already begun, it is time to get started! Juniors who begin planning for college now will give themselves a few extra months to prepare quality applications and find better fit schools.
2020 Resolutions for High School Students
Many 15 and 16 year olds are not thinking about their college plans for 2 -3 years down the road, and it seems a bit unfair that they should have to. However, that is what the process has become and it is in their best interest to start early. Here are three 2020 resolutions for high school students considering college.
Budgeting in College
While keeping track of finances may not be of concern to some students, it is a valuable skill to learn for all. Students should take the time to sit with their family and discuss budgeting before arriving on campus for freshman year. Many unexpected expenses could arise and it is important for students and their families to establish a plan for how decisions about these expenses will be made and how they may be paid for.