The Value of Attending Admitted Students Day
Congratulations! Seniors are in the final stretch of hearing back from colleges, which means selecting where to attend is right around the corner! Before you submit your deposit and attend orientation at your selected college, you can attend Admitted Students Day. But...
The Value of Campus Visits
One of the many essential steps in developing a thoughtful college list is touring college campuses. Walking around a campus, as part of a tour or on your own, can provide an excellent sense of what a college is about. The fall and spring are ideal times to start...
A Conversation with Stonehill College
The Campus Bound team recently had the pleasure of speaking with two Stonehill College administrators: John W. Pepin, Dean of Undergraduate Admission, and Sarah Thomashower, Associate Dean of Admission. Our engaging conversation covered various helpful components of...
Conversation with Stonehill College: What to Know About A.I.
The Campus Bound team recently had the pleasure of speaking with two Stonehill College administrators: John W. Pepin, Dean of Undergraduate Admission, and Sarah Thomashower, Associate Dean of Admission. Our engaging conversation covered the use of artificial...
Understanding Application Outcomes
Congratulations, you have submitted some (or all) of your college applications! Now what? As seniors move into the "waiting phase" of the college application process, we understand this can bring on a new kind of stress as you wait to hear back. Let's review the...
College Visits: When to Go and What to Know!
Whether you are a current junior or younger, the fall and spring are ideal times to start planning college visits, particularly because school is in session. Most campus tours are run by current students who are trying to entice YOU, so these are good opportunities to...
Do I Have to Apply for Financial Aid?
This time of year often raises the question of “should we apply for financial aid?” Just like the college admissions process, it is not a one-size-fits-all answer! Here are some helpful tips put together by Sarah Emmons, the Director of Financial Aid here at Campus...
Your Kid’s Going to College—Here’s How You Can Handle It
Today's blog is written by Dr. Risa Weisberg, a clinical psychologist. Read more about her at the end of the blog. As the fall semester approaches, excitement about sending your child to college can quickly turn into anxiety—especially if your child is also feeling...
Connecting With College Admissions Officers
Researching colleges is essential to the college application process, but how much do you know about connecting with admissions officers? Admissions officers, also known as admissions representatives, make up the admissions committee and are the ones reviewing student...
What I Wish I Knew Before Applying to College
At Campus Bound, we understand the college process can feel confusing and even overwhelming at times. Students often get advice and opinions from various sources, not always knowing what is “true” or what to focus on when applying to college. Here are some common...
Back to School Checklist: The College Process
The college application process has many steps, so staying on track throughout the process is essential to prevent feeling overwhelmed or losing track of important dates. As students gear up for back-to-school, there are grade-specific tasks to help you prepare for...
Testing Suggestions for Rising Juniors
As we look ahead to the upcoming school year, standardized testing is one of the major checklist items for the rising junior class. Putting together a testing strategy early on is beneficial when planning your time, including test preparation. In this blog, our...