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College Expert MN Blog
6d ago
If your dream campus includes beach access and an easy train ride to New York City, check out Fairfield University – a Jesuit liberal arts school with exceptional business and nursing programs ..read more
College Expert MN Blog
1M ago
Say goodbye to bubble answer sheets and No. 2 pencils – the SAT is has gone digital. What does this mean in terms of format, navigation and scoring? We cover it all in our March issue ..read more
College Expert MN Blog
2M ago
With a 3% acceptance rate, Harvard is a reach for any student, but applicants who beat those odds demonstrate some very specific qualities. Sue shares her insight after her recent visit to Harvard and recaps the perks, traditions and challenges of attending our country’s oldest college ..read more
College Expert MN Blog
2M ago
According to a survey of 30,000 college graduates, your experiences in college have a bigger impact on your job and life satisfaction than the college you attended. Which experiences matter most? Find out in our February issue ..read more
College Expert MN Blog
3M ago
Sue was featured in the Star Tribune today! Read about her journey from elementary education major to high school counselor to business owner, and hear from clients who say she helped them find the perfect college fit ..read more
College Expert MN Blog
3M ago
Preparing for college involves more than academics. Giving your student some freedom in high school will ease their transition after they graduate. Read five tips for how to get started ..read more
College Expert MN Blog
4M ago
As you plan for college, it isn’t a bad idea to have a few career interests in mind. Not sure what you want to do? This month, we offer five ideas for connecting the dots between your interests, your major and potential careers ..read more
College Expert MN Blog
5M ago
Building your college list? It’s important to understand an institution’s strengths. Some excel in engineering, while others may be tops in education or journalism. In this issue, we tell you what to look for in an academic department ..read more
College Expert MN Blog
6M ago
Colleges will be on the lookout for ChatGPT generated essays, and while there are legitimate and helpful ways to use the technology, relying on it for writing is risky and ineffective. In this month’s issue, read about the implications of ChatGPT. Other articles include: Focus on Majors/English – Career opportunities beyond writing and teaching. Financial ..read more
College Expert MN Blog
8M ago
You have your college list, now it’s time to decide on an application plan. Your decision can impact deadlines, when you’re notified and whether you’re making a binding commitment. In our September issue, we decode six options, including Early Decision and Early Action, and the pros, cons and requirements of each. Other articles include: Focus ..read more