"Many students and their families wonder about the potential benefits of working a job while in high school, particularly its impact on college applications and whether it can make a difference in the competitive world of college admissions. Some experts say the…
We at ForwarDirections wish you a wonderful holiday season and happy new year! This post from our friends at the Grown & Flown share some advice from an Admissions Dean about what not to discuss at your holiday table. There …
What traits are most important for students to have? A group of teachers met up to talk about these traits. Their list included: Intrinsic Motivation Grit Goal Orientation Responsibility Supportive Family Read more about the details here.
A recent article covered by CBS News lists the different associate degrees that may earn more money than a Bachelor's Degree. "There are 17 associate degree majors with which graduates, four years after they receive their diploma, are earning more…
The FAFSA stands for "Free Application for Federal Student Aid." We recommend that all college going students and families should fill out the FAFSA. This information impacts eligibility college based scholarships and grants as well as general scholarships. The FAFSA…
We recommend filling out your FAFSA form as early in October as you can. Here is a recent article about the FAFSA: May 2023: “The FAFSA Simplification Act is the biggest shakeup to federal financial aid in decades. For some…
“Experts say a good college essay features a student's voice and personality.... "I care more about their stories than if it is a perfect five paragraph essay," David Graves, interim director of admissions at the University of Georgia wrote in an…
“They may or may not always do it on purpose, but a group of the most prestigious private colleges in America are handing a massive admissions advantage to rich kids over less affluent kids — even when they have the…
“It took nearly a century for institutions to realize the limitations and inequities of standardized tests as we know them. Will it take even longer for a critical mass of colleges to publicly acknowledge the flaws of commercial rankings? Jonathan…
“The ‘net’ price of college, the amount students and their families actually pay, is going down... The average student at a private, four-year college paid $32,800 in tuition and fees, room and board last fall, according to the College Board.…