A tragedy & disservice: family advised not to try for aid

A family came in for consulting services looking for guidance and direction. The first strike against them was that their student was already a College Junior. College planning begins when your student is a High School Freshman or Sophomore. The second strike was they...

With no tuition Kentucky college draws notice

BEREA, Ky. — Berea College, founded 150 years ago to educate freed slaves and “poor white mountaineers,” accepts only applicants from low-income families, and it charges no tuition. “You can literally come to Berea with nothing but what you can carry, and graduate...

How does a Homeschool student get into college?

There are a couple differences between private/public school and Homeschool. However there are many similarities. Research the individual college(s) and find out what specific requirements are needed for homeschool students. This is where there will be similarities...

College 101: It’s never too early to tour

Hi J.D. “the College Guy” here with words of wisdom from a High Schooler! College 101: It’s never too early to tour By Betsy Graves | UV class of 2011 When I first started touring colleges, I thought I knew exactly what I wanted. I was looking for a place where...

Best college athletics programs

(Based on most wins and titles held) Best College Athletics Programs College sports fans can easily keep up with who’s No. 1 (or close, at least) in their favorite sport. But which NCAA programs do the best job overall in terms of keeping the fans satisfied? Texas get...