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Recent Articles & Industry News
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You’ve Been Denied ED I. Now What?
If you’ve been denied or deferred, don’t panic. There are still plenty of options and next steps you can take to secure your spot at another great school.
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Being a College Athlete Now Means Constant Travel and Missed Classes
I know that sports continue to be an integral part of the university experience for many students, but at what cost?
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Applying to Computer Science Programs: How to Prepare for Success
Computer science degrees consistently rank among the top 5 most competitive programs to gain admission to, so it’s essential to start preparing early and to make yourself stand out in the application process.
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Harvard and Yale among dozens of universities targeted in financial aid price-fixing lawsuit
If the claims are accurate, students that were/are in legitimate need of financial aid are being shortchanged.
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Hidden Costs for International Students in the U.S.
It should come as no surprise that when an international student arrives to set themselves up for starting a school year in the US that unexpected costs can quickly appear.
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Preparing for an Engineering Degree: What Courses You Need and More
If you’re considering studying engineering, your high school coursework can make a real difference in setting you up for success.
Free Parent Info Sessions
College Compass is a monthly webinar series for parents hosted by college counsellor Andrew Warren. In this series, he discusses the college application process and what parents need to know to support their high school student.
November 27, 2024
Supporting Your Teen Through the Stress of College Applications
The application journey can be stressful for a student, and parents too! It's a time of excitement when receiving offers of admission and making plans for the future, but it may also be the first time a student experiences the sting of rejection from a school they truly hoped to attend. We’ll discuss how to help and encourage your child without being overwhelming, how to let them lead the way with your support, how to choose times to discuss their application progress, and how to keep their stress under control as the process unfolds. Don’t miss out on this chance to learn practical and useful ways to support your child through this life-changing journey!
Register LiveDecember 11, 2024
The RD/EDII Countdown and Beyond: Application Strategy and Avoiding Pitfalls
The majority of applications to universities in the US and other countries are based on regular decision (RD) deadlines, and much can be done to ensure your child’s success as they prepare to submit these applications. We will discuss important strategy for RD applications and look at various scenarios. Keeping your senior student engaged in their final year of high school and avoiding the dreaded ‘senioritis’ phenomenon is also an important concern as students push towards the end of their high school experience. We will discuss both of the topics in detail and provide links to practical resources & information as well as strategies to help your student stay on track and motivated as they move towards success. Don’t miss out on this chance to learn about these two important topics and how to manage both successfully!
Register LiveJanuary 22, 2025
University Applications: Getting a Head Start in Junior Year
The month of January in a student's Junior Year is the usual time to prepare more formally for university and college applications. This presentation will focus on what can be done to prepare ahead of time to create a smooth and stress-free application process. We will look at a variety of key considerations including standardized testing, countries of interest, developing a school list, letters of recommendation, creating a winning application strategy, budget, and how the whole process may have changed since parents went to school. Be sure to join us for this key kick-off to the application season!
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