Let’s admit it: deciding what college you want to attend can be very stressful. You have a lot on your mind already during senior year. You are probably about to move away from home and be on your own, celebrating your last year in high school with friends, taking finals and AP exams, and so […]
One of the most important pieces that should go hand in hand with your college application is the FAFSA. FAFSA is the free application for federal student aid that works as a reference for universities during their decision process on future scholarships, grants, or loans that you might qualify for. So, let’s break down the […]
THAT VALPO FEEL As the Valparaiso University marketing manager, I interview students weekly. I’m interested in finding out about their higher education experience, what they plan to do after graduating, and what made them ultimately choose Valpo. One thing that stays consistent when I interview students is that visiting Valparaiso University’s campus sealed the deal for them. […]
When working on a college application, it can be difficult to know what all to include, how to phrase things, or how to effectively tell your story. Above all, you’re likely wondering how to make your application stand out. I reached out to our Valpo admissions counselors themselves (the staff who review your application!) and they shared […]
Filling out a FAFSA application is one of the most essential parts of any college application process. And though it is not the most exciting part of your college journey, it does require close attention and careful detail. So, to avoid delayed processing of your FAFSA application, make sure to fill it out correctly the […]
As a student, I totally understand how easy it is to put off assignments until the last minute. Procrastination is always tempting! However, when it comes to college applications, the rule of thumb is: the earlier the better! Here are some perks that come with applying before Valpo’s Priority Scholarship Deadline on November 1st: Applying […]
The holiday break is such a great time to take a rest from school, connect with family and friends, recharge, and chat with your family about where you’re at in your college search! Here are some of my tips for things to discuss to hit the ground running on your next steps: If You’ve Been Admitted First […]
Big school vs. small school, institution w/ undergrad research vs. you have to be a grad to do research, in-state vs. out-of-state, liberal arts vs. not, etc. + anything else you can think about! When considering the colleges I wanted to go to, I had a lot to consider when choosing what school was right […]
Have you been narrowing down which schools are on your list? Or, have you finally decided which college you’ll be attending? Congrats! You should be proud of all the hard work you’ve put into your college journey leading up to this point! However, you shouldn’t just keep your potential future schools in the loop…but the […]
How is an Admitted Student visit different and why should I attend? As we get further into the spring semester and college decision deadlines approach, you’re probably thinking A LOT about where you will call home next year. One of the best ways to help you decide? I strongly recommend visiting (or revisiting) the schools […]