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Finding the Top Colleges for You

If someone were to ask you what the top 5 colleges are in the United States—what schools would show up on your list?

For a few decades now, U.S. News has been calculating and publishing national college rankings. Schools are ranked in different categories including national universities, national liberal arts colleges, regional universities, specialty schools, and more.

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Making Your Essay Work For You

Our Certified College Consultants take a personal approach to getting to know their students and working with them through each step of the application process—even the essay. For extra essay help, we offer editing services as well as options to meet with a consultant for brainstorming and drafting essays…

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How to Get the Best Price at your Desired College

College Ready works with many families each application season, and a common question is: “Can our family afford college?” At College Ready, we like to say yes to families. Your student can afford to go to college, but that is only true if the cost of college is properly planned. It’s also important to know that there is a difference between the sticker price and the net price of college tuition. Read on to learn more about how to get the best price at your desired college.

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7 Questions to Ask on a College Visit

There are so many things to consider when you’re getting serious about attending a particular college. (And sometimes, food can be a deal maker or breaker!) It’s a great idea to get on campus when students are there, when the campus is bustling and classes are in full swing. Even summertime can be a great time to get your feet walking around the grounds of a school, getting a feel for the surroundings and environment. If you’re planning a few college visits in the future, read on for 7 questions to ask on a college visit.

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9 Ways To Spend Your Summer Preparing For Your Major Or Career

Do high school students need to know exactly what career they will have as adults? No, they don’t. But one thing that high school students can do during the summer to prepare for their future is structure their time off with some intentional activity. Crafting a thoughtful summer schedule can help students to more deeply explore their areas of interest.

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