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College Spotlight: The University of California System
The University of California system is popular with in-state and out-of-state students, supporting almost 300,000 students annually.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Mar 312 min read


Direct Entry Medical Programs
Direct entry medical programs are often attractive to high school students interested in a pre-med track.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Mar 242 min read

College Spotlight: University of Chicago
Learn fun and interesting highlights about the University of Chicago!
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Feb 172 min read


Evaluating Your College Financial Packages
Understanding and comparing financial packages from multiple colleges can be daunting, and there are a lot of factors to consider.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Feb 43 min read


College Interview Tips
College interviews can be a source of stress for students, but the following guidelines can help students feel more prepared and confident.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Jan 233 min read


Pre-Health Program Considerations
Pre-health programs in college can be an important source of support. Learn about the factors to consider as part of your college search.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Jan 52 min read


Next Steps After a College Deferral
College deferrals are disappointing, but there are specific steps students can take to maximize their applications in Regular Decision.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Dec 17, 20243 min read


Interesting Majors You May Not Have Considered
Interesting majors that you and your student may not have considered, along with a college that offers each major.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Dec 4, 20242 min read


Managing Test Stress
Test stress affects many students. Below are some helpful test-prep tips to minimize stress for high-stakes tests.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Nov 26, 20244 min read


College Planning Timeline by Grade
College planning begins long before senior year. Learn about the factors to consider at each stage of the college planning timeline.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Nov 13, 20246 min read

College Spotlight: Baylor University
Baylor is a mid-sized Christian university in Waco, TX with a vibrant academic and social culture.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Oct 29, 20242 min read


G2C College Planning Services for Juniors
Begin preparation for college application season during junior year.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Oct 14, 20242 min read

College Spotlight: University of Pittsburgh
The University of Pittsburgh has become increasingly popular in recent years, partly due to its fun urban location and strong academics.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Oct 3, 20242 min read


Reasons to Love Less Selective Colleges & Universities
There are a lot of reasons to love less selective colleges and universities.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Sep 25, 20242 min read


Understanding Demonstrated Interest
Colleges that track demonstrated interest often consider the actions below to be indicators of interest:
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Sep 11, 20242 min read


Next Steps After Submitting College Applications
Here are some potential next steps after college application submission.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Sep 3, 20242 min read


Selecting and Developing Extracurricular Activities
When students apply for college, extracurricular activities are an important part of the application. Learn tips here!
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Aug 29, 20242 min read


Strategies for the ACT
Mastering the ACT involves understanding the exam content and strategy.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Jul 31, 20243 min read

College Spotlight: University of Alabama
The University of Alabama has landed on a lot of college lists across the country, partly because of their outstanding merit awards.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Jul 24, 20242 min read


Earning College Credit in High School
To reduce college costs, consider earning college credit during high school. Learn more about the options here.
Kate Pedigo, M.Ed., NCC
Jul 17, 20242 min read
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