College is expensive. With U.S. student loan debt at $1.7 trillion as of August 2020, students are stuck wondering whether the risk of going into debt outweighs the benefits of seeking higher education. However, overwhelming tuition costs can be made much more affordable by applying for financial aid. Filling out the FAFSA is the first… Continue reading A Student’s Complete Guide to the FAFSA
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How to Brainstorm for the College Essay
One of the most stressful things about applying to schools is writing the college essay. If you think you have average grades and lack extracurriculars, then there is pressure to write an unsurpassable essay that stands out from the thousands of applicants—all with their own compelling stories. However, this anxiety can be alleviated by brainstorming… Continue reading How to Brainstorm for the College Essay