“Who is a parent” for the FAFSA?

For kids lucky enough to live with both of their biological parents, filling in the Parent information on the FAFSA is straightforward.  But what if your parents are divorced, deceased, or just [...]

On the Road in Alabama with the IECA

Here is a great write-up of Alabama institutions written by Nancy Griesemer who visited the colleges with an IECA tour. On the road in Alabama with the Independent Educational Consultants [...]

University of Mary Washington

Written by Beth Cassie. University of Mary Washington was perhaps the most surprising of the colleges we visited on our Virginia tour. Everything about this school looks and feels like a private [...]

University of Richmond

Written by Lisa Bleich. The University of Richmond boasts one of the most beautiful college campuses in the country. Set amidst large, forest like trees, along side a lake with charming trails [...]

Conquering the GMAT

Click here for a great graphic that outlines tips on how to conquer the MBA, which was created by MBA Central.   This was first published on the MBA Central blog.

Study Tips for Midterms/Finals

Written by Lisa Bleich Good luck to those of you who have midterms or finals this week. Here are some tips to do your best. Organize and Plan Ahead. One of the biggest stressors for studying for [...]

Are You a Giver or a Taker?

Written by Lisa Bleich “Are you a Giver or a Taker?” A comedian on the Insignia Cruise line, where I was cruising the Caribbean with my family early December, asked the audience this question [...]

Early Action Not Always an Advantage

Written by Lisa Bleich. In the increasingly competitive admissions process, more and more students are applying early to schools in hopes of increasing their chances of acceptances. William R. [...]

Hard to Wait for Early Decisions

Tensions run high.  A single look can generate screams, cries or outbursts.  Every post on Facebook creates anxiety and the lingering question: “When will I find out?  I just want to know [...]

Thanksgiving Transfer Fever

Written by Lisa Bleich Thanksgiving brims with family gatherings, roasted turkey (this year, we’re experimenting with frying, courtesy of my husband’s newfound passion for turkey [...]