Writing Your College Essay
https://youtu.be/sJ5U3vKloicVideo by: Shania Sukhu, Queens High School for the Sciences at York CollegeMany colleges require you to submit an essay or personal statement as part of the application process. It…
New York State Opportunity Programs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBD-aqRpTNQ&feature=youtu.beVideo by: Johir Ullah & Gabriela Rodriguez, Cypress Hills Collegiate Preparatory High SchoolLike Johir and Gabriela cover in the above video, New York State college students have the opportunity to…
Glossary of College Terms
Applying to college can be intimidating. From FAFSA, AAS, early action vs. early decision, there are a lot of new terms and concepts to learn. If you’re a first-generation college…
CUNY & SUNY Admissions Updates
We understand that the year ahead will be challenging in many ways and applying to college will look different. At the City University of New York (CUNY) and the State…
Loans 101
Private loans Private student loans are offered by banks, credit unions, state loan programs, and non-federal institutions. Everything from a Sallie Mae loan to a loan offered by your university…
Types of Aid
There are numerous ways to receive aid for college through a variety of sources! Let's take a look at the types of financial aid you could qualify for! Grants and…
Where To Access Aid?
The price tag on college can seem very daunting, but college can be made affordable and accessible to everyone. Here are some of the main ways to access aid for…
What To Ask on College Visits
Last week we laid out various ways to visit colleges virtually from inside of your own home! This week, take a look at some ideas on what to ask your…
Visiting Colleges
Visiting colleges gives any prospective student the best look at their prospective schools. By visiting a school, you’ll get to talk to students, see the ins and outs of campus,…
