I am a first-generation college student, which I define as the first person in my family to attend and complete a four-year college degree. When I was a senior in high school, I met my guidance counselor for the first time. She was the only adult to ever ask me if I intended to go… Read more
Workshop on the 3 A’s of College: Access, Admissions & Affordability
Attend our 3 A’s of College: Access, Admissions and Affordability to learn from a college admissions’ expert. You’ll discover the proven steps you can take to not only gain admission to one of your dream schools, but to complete college without massive debt. Applying for college can be difficult, overwhelming and stressful. Dianne Keilholtz, NCC,… Read more
The Opportunities and Obstacles of Visiting Colleges During the Summer
Between his two daughters, Chris Snowden and his family have visited more than 15 colleges and universities – some multiple times – during the last five years. “Between AP expectations, soccer, swimming, and lots of homework, finding time to squeeze in college tours meant visiting most schools during breaks,” Snowden says. “Their high school does have a policy of excusing absences to… Read more
Congratulations, Class of 2018!
I love graduation ceremonies, not just to hear “Pomp and Circumstance” one more time, but mainly to witness the joy and happiness in student’s faces as they walk across that stage towards their diploma and their life. This is a time of celebration and reflection, and I hope each of you take the time to… Read more
3 A’s of College: Access, Admissions & Affordability Seminar in Bradenton
Learn from a college admissions’ expert the proven steps you can take to not only gain admission to one of your dream schools, but to complete college without massive debt. Applying for college can be difficult, overwhelming and stressful. Dianne Keilholtz, NCC, IEC has over 30 years’ experience guiding students and families through the entire… Read more
Demystifying AP Courses & Exams
It was the last day of February 2016, when my phone rang. Without taking a breath, the father of one of my freshman began: “I have some questions about Advanced Placement. My daughter doesn’t want to sign up for AP World, but I have heard that taking an AP class will help her get into… Read more
Upcoming Seminar on the 3 A’s of College: Access, Admissions & Affordability
Tuesday, March 13th, 6 – 7:30 PM EDT Register Here Money Mentor Group 263 West Patrick Street, C Suite Frederick, MD 21701 Applying for college can be difficult, overwhelming and stressful. Learn the proven steps you can take to not only gain admission to one of your dream schools but to complete college without massive debt…. Read more
Volunteering is Important to College Admissions Officers
I recently received a phone call from an anxious Mom. “My child has completed all of her college applications. Now I’m freaking out because we haven’t heard anything yet and my friend just told me that my daughter needed to volunteer someplace in order to get in. Is that true?!” I felt for this mom. … Read more
The Importance of Gratitude in College Admissions and in LIFE!
Several years ago, my husband became very ill. All of a sudden, his blood pressure shot up into the unhealthy stroke range. For several days, nothing the doctors did seemed to bring it down. I was filled with worry and dread. I began to miss appointments, not return phone calls or emails, and would find… Read more
Upcoming 2019 SAT and ACT Test Dates
SAT Test Dates Registration Dates Late Registration May 4 April 5 April 24 June 1 May 3 … Read more