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Parents: There are ways you can help your students prepare for the SAT/ACT. This article provides some great ways that you can help! usnews.com/education/blogs/c… @efmc_3 @usnews #efmccc #collegeadmissions #HigherEd #collegetips #USNews #SAT #ACT #SATprep

How Parents Can Help Prepare Their Students for the SAT, ACT

Here are some tips to help parents play an important supporting role in their children's SAT or ACT preparation.

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Do you think the SAT/ACT will be eliminated totally from College admissions? erienewsnow.com/story/437875… @efmc_3 @ErieNewsNow #efmccc #collegeadmissions
More schools are requiring Covid-19 vaccinations. How does that make you feel? news.yahoo.com/least-7-colle… @efmc_3 @YahooNews
So now that MANY elite schools have removed the SAT/ACT from admissions requirements, the freshman classes are MORE diverse. What are you thoughts? nytimes.com/2021/04/17/us/mi… @nytimes #NYTIMES #efmccc #collegeadmissions #collegetips

After a Year of Turmoil, Elite Universities Welcome More Diverse Freshman Classes (Published 2021)

The aftermath of the George Floyd protests and a decreased reliance on standardized tests have led to more diverse admissions at elite universities.

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So you got waitlisted. You are NOT alone. Here is what you can do to get OFF the list! cnbc.com/2021/04/13/college-… @efmc_3 @CNBC #CNBC #collegeadmissions #efmccc #collegetips

Getting in to college just got harder. Here's what to do if you are waitlisted

Pre-pandemic, colleges granted spots to about 20% of waitlisted applicants, but that number falls to just 7% at the most selective colleges.

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What is the future for the SAT/ACT? wtrf.com/news/education/test… @efmc_3 @WTRF7News #efmccc #collegeadmissions #collegetips

Test optional: The push to remove SAT/ACT scores from college applications

(WTRF) – Calculators with fresh batteries, #2 pencils in hand and waking up early to head to a testing site. That was usually the reality for college students as they prepped for the SAT and …

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Considering taking the AP Psychology exam? Here is the scoop! usnews.com/education/blogs/c… @efmc_3 @USNewsEducation #efmccc #collegeadmissions #usnews

The AP Psychology Exam: A Test-Taker’s Guide

Students can expect to spend two hours on this end-of-year exam. Studying its format and content in advance can help.

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Wondering what higher education is going to look like in 2021? Forbes is looking ahead at what they think the trends might be... forbes.com/advisor/student-l… @Forbes
You are NOT alone if your teen is lashing out and acting badly during his/her senior year! grownandflown.com/some-teens… @GrownandFlown #efmccc #maryharkins #efmccc #collegelife

Nine Reasons Why Some Teens Behave Badly Before They Leave Home

Senior year of high school can be tough. Here are 9 reasons why some teens misbehave just before graduating from high school.

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JUNIORS: Its time to start prepping for college admissions season. Here is a great article from a former YALE admissions officer with some great tips on what you can do NOW! insidehighered.com/admission… @efmc_3 @insidehighered #insidehighered #efmccc #collegeadmissions #collegetips

What juniors should be doing right now (opinion)

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We all know "seeing" campuses is not possible this year. Here are some suggestions on how to get a FEEL for a campus without physically going. timeshighereducation.com/stu… @efmc_3 @timeshighered #efmccc #highereducation #collegeadmissions #collegeplanning

Covid-19: How to get a feel for a campus when you can’t visit in person

If you're a prospective international student searching for a university during Covid-19, these tips will help you explore a campus without visiting in person

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I love sharing students' perspectives on the college admissions process! capenews.net/mashpee/columns… @CapeNews021 @efmc_3 @MashpeeSchools

Student Viewpoint: A Curveball On College Admissions

Every year, the college admissions process seems to throw a new curveball at high school seniors all around America, but this year was one that nobody would have been able

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Should you cancel your SAT/ACT scores? Read this article before making any decisions... usnews.com/education/blogs/c… @efmc_3 @USNewsEducation #usnews #efmccc #highereducation #collegeadmissions #CollegePlanning #SAT #ACT

When and How to Cancel Your SAT, ACT Scores

Weigh this decision carefully, because in general it's better to not cancel your test scores.

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College is MORE expensive than EVER! Forbes offers some tips on how to save $$! forbes.com/sites/robertfarri… #Forbes #collegeadmissions #collegetips #efmccc #collegesanduniversities #collegecounseling #collegeplanning #highereducation @Forbes

The Simple Ways To Save Money On Higher Education

While college costs are on the rise, there are still many options to save on higher education.

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Not sure this is the GREATEST news, but the WSJ is reporting that students should expect LONGER then normal waitlists this year... wsj.com/articles/expect-coll… @WSJ #wallstreetjournal #efmccc #maryharkins #collegeadmissions #collegeapplications #collegetips

Expect College Wait Lists to Be Obnoxiously Long This Year

Students have applied to more schools, and admissions officers are struggling to predict who will actually accept their offers.

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Considering International Baccalaureate programs? Here is what to expect this year with the exams. usnews.com/education/blogs/c… @Usnews #usnews #efmccc #maryharkins #collegeadmissions
I have said it before but this article sums it up - you can SABATOGE your chances of getting into your DREAM school by posting on social media irresponsibly! washingtonpost.com/education… @washingtonpost #maryharkins #collegeadmissions #collegetips #washingtonpost #collegeapplications

Perspective | How to sabotage your chance of getting into college

Watch what you post online because your "digital footprint" can pose risks.

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Wondering how to get through school with NO student loans? 💰 ✅Here are 50 colleges with reduced tuition! forbes.com/sites/zackfriedma… @efmc_3 @Forbes #maryharkins #collegeadmissions #collegetips #efmccc #collegeafforadability

50 Colleges With No Student Loans, Reduced Tuition

No more student loans?

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We need to pay attention to the mental health of our teens! The college application process is already difficult - put COVID in the mix and it has added an other layer of stress. nbcnews.com/nightly-news/vid… @NBCNews #nbcnews #collegeandcovid #collegetips #collegeadmissions

High school students speak out about stress and pandemic pressure

About 56 percent of students reported increased school-related stress, a national survey from NBC News and the nonprofit Challenge Success found. NBC News’ Rehema Ellis speaks to a group of high...

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Are you considering applying for financial aid? Here are some tips to speed up the FAFSA! nwitimes.com/business/column… @NwiTimes #NWITIMES #efmccc #maryharkins #collegetips #FAFSA

Mind on Money: Tips for speeding up the FAFSA

This column is for my brothers and sisters in the struggle. For those among us who, like our household, have a high school senior in their ranks.

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