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Juniors – It’s College Entrance Exam Time: ACT or SAT???
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Spring is testing season for high school juniors: ACT, SAT, AP, IB, SATII subject tests. It can be very confusing and stress inducing. Here are our testing guidelines: Pick one test – ACT or SAT Choose a test date that’s … Continue reading
PSAT analysis and Test Prep Tips
College Connectors and Chyten Educational Services has joined forces to help you devise a game plan for your College Search. Now that you have your PSAT results, it’s time to get busy. See our previous blog about what you should … Continue reading
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Tagged act, college planning, college searach, psat, sat, test prep, test preparation
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Got PSAT Results? What’s next?
It’s the middle of your junior year. You may be one of those students who’s been wishing/hoping/dreaming/planning your college career and your PSAT results are bringing you one step closer. Or, you may be one of those student who wonders … Continue reading
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Tagged act, college entrance exams, college search, high school juniors, psat, sat, standardized tests, test prep, test preparation
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Net Price Calculator – New tool to help families plan for college
Valerie spoke with Kim Insley at KARE 11 this morning about this important new development in higher education. Total cost? Net cost? How to get a clearer picture of this muddied topic? Learn about the new federal mandate requiring colleges … Continue reading
Study Tips
Whether you’re having to study for your biology exam or prepare for your ACT, research indicates that the following suggestions will help you perform at the highest level you can. 1. Practice, practice, practice. To prepare for a test on … Continue reading
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Tagged act, college preparation, sat, standardized tests, study skills, study strategies, test anxiety, test prep, test preparation
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Which Way Should You Go?
There are many paths to a college education. You need to find the way that works best for you. We’ve provided a list of several road signs you might want to pay attention to on your way. Which ones apply … Continue reading
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Tagged act, AP, college admissions, college applications, college essays, psat, sat
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New Generation of College Student – the Beloit List
It’s that time of year; the Beloit Mindset list for the class of 2015 has been released. Learn about the thoughts and experiences of the entering freshman class. The list contains some insight into the class of 2015; changes that … Continue reading
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It’s Fair Season!
Yes, the Minnesota State Fair is just around the corner. And so are the various College Fairs that high school students and families can use to enhance their college search. At College Connectors, we love College Fairs. The colleges are … Continue reading
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Tagged college fairs, colleges that change lives, ctcl, nacac, national college fair, state fairs
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Freshman Parents – Preparation for the Separation.
It’s August, the thrill and pride of high school graduation fades as the thrill and anxiety of moving your child to a freshman dormitory(sorry, residence hall) stares you in the face. Maybe there’s been contact between the new roommates, plans … Continue reading
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Tagged college, FERPA, freshman, helicopter parents, money management, parents, time management
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College Connectors Launches New Website
At College Connectors, we’re matchmakers specializing in pairing up students with compatible schools. We build lifelong relationships, and we’re all about finding the perfect fit. That’s why we’re so excited about our new website: it fits us like a glove! … Continue reading
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