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Here a just a few common interview questions and some suggestions on how to answer them.  Remember that most of your college interviews will be conducted by alumni or students.  Some do not hold much weight while others are comparable to a good letter of reccomendation. What’s your greatest weakness? ?It’s an interview cliche, but it...
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I recently read this article in the LA Times and realized that students and parents need to be on the ball with academic counseling at the Community College level.  No matter if yoe are a full time student or a concurrently enrolled high school student, make sure you are taking the right courses. Community college...
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Here are the essay prompts for the class of 2010, get started now so you don't get bogged down during the school year. ·         Respond to both prompts, using a maximum of 1,000 words total. ·         You may allocate the word count as you wish. If you choose to respond to one prompt at greater...
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You insure your car, your home, your health, your life. Why not your child's expensive schooling? Like travel insurance or earthquake insurance, tuition refund insurance — a means of getting your money back if a student doesn't make it through the school year due to an emergency — isn't for everyone. The cost could be...
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This time of year, parents are busy buying binders, notebook paper, highlighters, pens, pencils, etc. for their elementary, junior high and high school students.  Don' overlook these same costs when putting together your older child's college budget!  School supplies are still needed and you might not be thinking about all of the things your...
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High School Students take note:  Colleges want dedicated students, not those who are just doing community service to get into college.  Explore a range of groups, causes and hobbies.  Select the ones you like and stick with them.  The longer you are with a group, the better.  If there is a group or club...
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Here in California, most high school kids are getting ready to register for classes.  If your child is hoping to attend a UC school in the future, there are specific classes required for UC admission, these are called, "A-G" courses.  Keep in mind that when a college says a course is recommened, you should...
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It is almost time to pack up and head off to college for the Fall 09 quarter/semester!  There are many things to consider, plan for and buy.  Here is a handy checklist to keep you on track. Is your housing taken care of?Have you checked your student portal for new information?Will you take your car? ...
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Colleges are now pushing iPhone apps for their students. Most colleges now offer podcasts of lectures and guest speakers but now there are some very specific as well as a few general apps that will increase your productivity. Apps for all students to check out; Dictionary.com, Periodic table, Chem calculator, Easy task manager, Sparky...
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The summer is a great time to take your student on college campus visits.  When you are on a tour, be sure to make it your priority to get a sense of the school’s academic environment. Here are some great questions to ask (or have your student ask) on a campus visit: **Do students interact...
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