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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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What Does Common App Direct Admissions Mean for My Senior?
What Does Common App Direct Admissions Mean for My Senior? Receiving an acceptance letter before submitting an application sounds like a mistake, but Common App direct admissions is very real. While these offers give your senior an early boost of confidence, they come with important fine print about financial aid and…
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How to Organize College Applications When Your High School Student Is Extremely Busy
When your teenager is already juggling school and extracurriculars, managing college applications in October can feel like a second job. Taking control of the process does not mean nagging them every night or taking over their essays. Understanding Early Action, Early Decision, and Rolling Admissions deadlines gives your…
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Is Choosing a “Name-brand” College Worth It If It Means More Debt?
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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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📅 Sunday 10/18/26: 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?
