Letter to the class of 2020.
Spotlight on Lynn University
Lima is living her dream as a Watson Institute Scholar at Lynn University. Read about her journey from Kabul, Afghanistan to Boca Raton, Florida, and see how she’s making an impact by embracing opportunities her freshman year.
Reflections on the Class of 2020
The Class of 2020 holds a special place in our hearts. While the college planning and application process is always a bit of a rollercoaster, for the Class of 2020, the ups and downs were exceptional. Just as seniors were celebrating their college decisions and beginning to picture themselves on campus, their school year came to an abrupt and unceremonious …
Update: College Planning and Admissions During the Coronavirus
Dear Students & Parents, Coronavirus remains on all of our minds. As soon as one question about its impact on college planning is answered, two more seem to take its place. At College Expert, we are working hard to keep up with all these changes and believe now more than ever, it’s important to have expert help to guide you …
Penny and Lily Visit Harvard and MIT in May
It’s May, and this month our ambitious Penny and Lily visit Harvard and MIT for some “wicked smaht squirrel chahsing.” Here’s a fun fact about the school: Actor Matt Damon played a janitor at MIT in the film Good Will Hunting, but the REAL Matt Damon actually attended Harvard, a highly selective college with an acceptance rate of 5%. Ask …
May 2020 College Expert Newsletter
Our May issue includes these timely topics: Choosing a Gap Year – With the uncertainty surrounding the reopening of colleges in the fall of 2020, a greater number of students than usual are contemplating taking a gap year. Read about the pros and cons of taking a gap year and the process needed to do this. Majoring in Biotechnology – …
April Pups Visit Stanford
It’s April and our pups, mascots and calendar models (with guest Prudence) are happy to see this crazy March behind us! How about you? This month the pups visit Stanford, a university at the forefront of nearly every field of study. (Did you know the world may have never known Google if it weren’t for Stanford graduates? Google it!) Interested in …
April 2020 College Expert Newsletter
[ap_column_wrap] [ap_column span=”2″] [/ap_column] [ap_column span=”4″] Here are the topics in this month’s newsletter. What to Do When Campus Visits Are Out – With campuses closed due to the coronavirus outbreak and with students sent home to complete the semester online, high school juniors and seniors need to go to their back-up plans. Majoring in Economics – A major in …
Volunteer Opportunities for Stay-at-Home Students
Many students are looking for ways to meaningfully use their stay-at-home time right now. If you’re wondering how you can help your community during the COVID-19 crisis, think about your genuine interests. Whether it’s art, working with children or healthcare, sharing your skills and talents can make an impact. Local organizations such as Hands on Twin Cities matches volunteers with …
How to Keep Learning When You Can’t Leave the House
We know it’s a struggle right now. With classes, activities and part-time jobs, you’re used to being BUSY, and suddenly everything seems to have come to a halt. You’re also thinking about college and wondering how you can possibly build your application when you can’t even leave the house. There are many ways you can continue to pursue and develop …
How Does The COVID-19 Pandemic Affect The College Application Process?
Sue was interviewed by WCCO’s Jason DeRusha via video chat on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on college testing and college tours, and she also gave advice on college acceptances during this time of uncertainty.
Top 10 College Admissions Announcements This Week
The COVID-19 outbreak has added a new level of stress to the already emotional college application and decision process. As a result of the pandemic, students are worried about fast-approaching decision deadlines, the impact of remote learning on their GPAs and transcripts, and access to ACT and SAT tests, which they were hoping to take — or take one more …
Ten ways to learn about a college when your visit has been canceled
This has been a disappointing couple of weeks for college-bound students. Juniors have had to cancel their spring break visits and seniors, hoping to attend admitted student events, are concerned they won’t be able to revisit their top colleges before making a final decision. We feel for you and understand this isn’t quite how you expected this process to look. …
ACT April 4 Test Update
Learn about the updated April 4 ACT information. Stay well, friends!
College Expert Addresses Coronavirus Concerns
Dear Students & Parents, Coronavirus is on all of our minds. Along with everything else, this has certainly impacted the college planning process. We want to send out some practical talking points and recommendations during this unpredictable time. Obviously, please stay home if there are any symptoms. Remember that symptoms have been negligible among teens, but they can still carry …
March 2020 College Expert Newsletter
As applications increase, more colleges are offering spring admission and working with students so they can still graduate with their peers. Could spring admission be right for you? Learn more in our March newsletter.
Blue Devil Dogs Visit Duke
It’s March, and Penny and Lily, our Blue Devil Dogs, visit Duke University! Did you know Duke students camp out in Krzyzewskiville, located just outside Cameron Stadium, for more than 6 weeks to get into the Duke/UNC basketball game? Now that’s madness! If you’re researching schools with some serious school spirit, ask Sue or Ryan if Duke might be right …
Spotlight on Wartburg College
Wondering what college life in a small, midwest town might be like? Olivia shares in this College Expert blog that life at Wartburg College is filled with extracurricular activities, political engagement, volunteer opportunities, and plenty of welcoming faces.
February 2020 College Expert Newsletter
[ap_column_wrap] [ap_column span=”2″] [/ap_column] [ap_column span=”3″] Read our February 2020 College Expert Newsletter. Here are the topics in this month’s newsletter. School-Year Campus Visits Majoring in Metallurgical Engineering Financial Matters: Understanding Net Price “Elite” Summer Programs [/ap_column] [/ap_column_wrap]
Exploring College Options in the United Kingdom
Have you ever considered taking your college experience “across the pond?” And, no, I’m not talking about studying abroad for a semester; I’m talking about attending university as a degree-seeking, full-time student in the United Kingdom (UK). Check out Kris Olson’s Spotlight on Exploring College Options in the United Kingdom to learn about how to earn an undergraduate degree in …
A Visit to Hampden-Sydney College
By Sue Luse My fall tour of seven schools in the state of Virginia included a stop at Hampden-Sydney College, one of only three remaining all-male colleges in the United States. Educating men since 1775, Hampden-Sydney is the tenth oldest school in the country, with Patrick Henry and James Madison among its early trustees. This was my first visit to …
December 2019 College Expert Newsletter
[ap_column_wrap] [ap_column span=”2″] [/ap_column] [ap_column span=”3″] Read our December 2019 College Expert Newsletter. Here are the topics in this month’s newsletter. How to Ace Your College Interview Majoring in Animation Financial Matters: Understanding Your Student Aid Report Dealing With Deferrals [/ap_column] [/ap_column_wrap]
November 2019 College Expert Newsletter
[ap_column_wrap] [ap_column span=”2″] [/ap_column] [ap_column span=”3″] Read our November 2019 College Expert Newsletter. Here are the topics in this month’s newsletter. Considering Women’s Colleges The Best Majors for Lucrative Careers Financial Matters: Merit Scholarships Make Private Colleges Affordable After Submitting Your Applications [/ap_column] [/ap_column_wrap]
October 2019 College Expert Newsletter
[ap_column_wrap] [ap_column span=”2″] [/ap_column] [ap_column span=”3″] Read our October 2019 College Expert Newsletter. Here are the topics in this month’s newsletter. The Rise of Test Optional Admissions Majoring in Public Administration Financial Matters: Early Decision/ Early Action and Financial Aid Why Are You Applying Here? Fall Timeline for Juniors and Seniors [/ap_column] [/ap_column_wrap]
A Visit to Pitzer College
By Margaret Duden When I was in Claremont, CA for the IECA Summer Training Institute, I had an opportunity to visit Pitzer College. Pitzer is a member of the Claremont Consortium of Colleges. Founded in the 1960s, it was created with the mission of advancing social and environmental justice. Pitzer’s motto is Provida Futuri, which means “mindful of the future” …
A Visit to Liberty University
By Sue Luse Every year my husband and I travel to a new part of the country to visit colleges. This year we picked Virginia where I was able to meet with two of our students who live in the DC area and visit seven diverse and interesting colleges, each with unique characteristics that would appeal to different students. Over …
2019 Fall College Fairs
Don’t miss these opportunities to connect with your colleges!
September 2019 College Expert Newsletter
[ap_column_wrap] [ap_column span=”2″] [/ap_column] [ap_column span=”3″] Read our September 2019 College Expert Newsletter. Here are the topics in this month’s newsletter. Managing Stress Interdisciplinary Majors Financial Matters: File the FAFSA as Soon as October 1st Rigor of Curriculum Writing a Note-Worthy Essay [/ap_column] [/ap_column_wrap]
A Visit to Augustana University
A Day in the Life at Augustana University By Ryan Luse I and some other Educational Consultants were invited to spend a couple of days at Augustana University in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. I must be honest, when it comes to colleges I can sometimes graze over the Dakota’s. Before my drive to Augustana, I had not been in South …
Career Exploration Offering
College Expert now offers our students access to a platform to discover and explore career interests. Check out 101.Careers to learn more, or ask Sue or Ryan about this new offering.