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Let's Break The Ice!🧊
We're so happy you found us!🎉 This community is for parents and guardians seeking trusted advice and direction on getting their child to college or into a career. It’s a safe space to connect and share with others on the same journey, with access to top experts on the path to college. Let’s kick things off with an…
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📢 Ultimate Guide to 2026 Free College Application Weeks: Save Hundreds on College Apps!
High school seniors, transfer students, and families…college application season is officially here! College application fees normally range anywhere from $35 to $90+ per submission. Applying to 5–8 schools can quickly add up to hundreds of dollars. Fortunately, states and university systems across the country host Free…
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Kaplan Survey: Admissions Officers’ Skepticism of College Rankings Remains High, with 70 Percent Say
The Ranking Paradox: Why Admissions Officers Are Over the Hype (But Still Playing the Game) Recently it was “report card day” in the higher education world. As U.S. News & World Report rolls out its highly anticipated 2027 college rankings, millions of families are anxiously checking to see where their dream schools…
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📅 Tuesday 10/13/26: Help Your Teen Crush the PSAT! (Join one of our FREE Live Cram Sessions) 🚀
Hey Kaplan Parents & Guardians! 👋 If you caught our recent article breaking down exactly what the PSAT is and why it matters so much (hello, National Merit Scholarships!), you already know that October is a massive month for our high schoolers. Now that we've covered the "what," it’s time to tackle the "how"! We want your…
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What Is the PSAT and Why Does It Matter for My High School Student?
When your teen's school sends home an email about the October PSAT, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. You don't need to figure this out alone. We're going to break down exactly what the digital test is, why it matters for college scholarships, and how you can support your student. What Is the Digital PSAT/NMSQT and How Does…
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📆 October Events: PSAT Cram Sessions and Admissions Webinars!
PSAT Cram Session October 4 | 2:00-4:00 pm ET | Register Here PSAT Cram Session October 13 | 7:00-9:00 pm ET | Register Here PSAT Cram Session October 18 | 2:00-4:00 pm ET | Register Here The Timeline Advantage: Maximizing Your Admissions Odds October 20 | 7:00-8:00 pm ET | Register Here
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2027 U.S. News Best Colleges Rankings are out and the order changed!
Yes this list is an annual tradition, but this year while the same top 10 colleges are in the top 10 the order has shifted! Do you pay attention to this list? Will it change your student's list? Do you go check to see where your college ranks?
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đź“… Join Kaplan's Advising Team for the free 2026 College Application Guide Event 9/22/26
From College List to Submit: Your 2026 Application Guide Tuesday, September 22, 2026 | 7:00–8:00 pm ET Senior year is here, your college list is taking shape, and your personal statement is underway. But what comes next? Join Kaplan’s Director of 1:1 Advising & Innovation alongside an Expert College Advisor for a clear…
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The 2027–28 FAFSA Game Plan: opens October 1, 2026
Your mission: Complete the 2027–28 FAFSA without anyone losing a password, missing a signature, or yelling, “I thought you did that part!” The 2027–28 FAFSA is scheduled to open to everyone by October 1, 2026. It will use financial information from 2025 tax returns. See the official 2027–28 FAFSA timeline. Get Ready Before…
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What habits are you starting or continuing this school year?
Transitioning into a new school year is a learning process for parents and guardians just as much as it is for our students. So, what habits can we start now that will set our students up for success? Here's where you can start: Shifting ownership of communication and problem-solving to your high schooler! This is one of…
