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Nov 10, 2016

Applying to College: The Science Behind It…

By Taylor Springs, College Adviser at Wallace-Rose Hill High School | November 10, 2016 During the week of November 14th-November 18th, North Carolina is hosting a statewide promotional week for NC High School seniors to apply to various colleges and universities. The North Carolina College Advising Corps (UNC, NC State, Duke, Davidson) are running around prepping… 

Nov 3, 2016

Breaking Down Barriers…

By Kendyll Graham, College Adviser at East Bladen High School | November 3, 2016 While being a college adviser, one of the most common barriers I hear from students is the cost of going to college. This is why college advisers work hard to inform students and parents about the Free Application for Federal Student… 

Oct 27, 2016

Parents are the Biggest Factor…

By Ashley Morris, College Adviser at Ayden-Grifton High School | October 26, 2016 What does education, determination, and parents have in common? You need all three to succeed in college. Students often neglect the role that their parents will play in their post-secondary journey. Many of them believe that once they pack their bags and… 

Oct 19, 2016

Exposure is KEY!

By Ariana Parker, College Adviser at Creswell High School | October 19, 2016 As an adviser, we help our students narrow down and choose the college that fits them most based on various factors. Is the campus too big for me? Too small? Do they provide the resources I need to succeed? So many factors must…