November 7, 2023
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Dr. Pamela Ellis
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Campus Visits, College Admissions, high school Junior, Scholarships, Uncategorized
Austin College – where tailored programs and experiential learning merge
Founded in 1849 by a Presbyterian missionary, Austin College continues to emphasize core values and high participation in service activities. How would you like to be served breakfast by your
October 18, 2023
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Dr. Pamela Ellis
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Campus Visits, College Admissions, high school Junior, Scholarships, Uncategorized
Smith College – a women’s liberal arts college with strong engineering programs
The 147-acre campus of Smith College features buildings that range in architectural styles from late 18th century to modern. From the outside, it looks like a medieval fortress, but Smith
September 21, 2023
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Maggie Krauss
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For Girls, high school freshman, high school Junior, high school senior, high school sophomore, Uncategorized
Mothers with teen daughters – Mother-Daughter Confidence Brunch coming to Columbus, Ohio
In a world filled with pressures and challenges, our teenage girls are facing unique struggles. Recent findings from the CDC have raised concerns about the mental and emotional well-being of
September 20, 2023
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Dr. Pamela Ellis
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Campus Visits, College Admissions, high school Junior, Scholarships, Uncategorized
Carnegie Mellon – where strong programs in technology and the arts meet
Even though Carnegie Mellon has origins as far back as 1900, this university did not become known by this name until 1962. This was the year Carnegie Institute of Technology
3 Tips for Finding the Right College for Business Majors
Is your teen planning to major in business and having difficulty deciding which colleges should be on their list? Keep reading for my top three tips for finding the right
June 8, 2023
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Dr. Pamela Ellis
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Campus Visits, College Admissions, high school Junior, Scholarships, Uncategorized
Baylor University – where faith, community service and research opportunities abound
Baylor University is an institution that is older than Texas; it was founded in 1845, 10 months before Texas became a state. The architectural style of its 1000-acre campus near
May 10, 2023
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Dr. Pamela Ellis
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Campus Visits, College Admissions, high school Junior, Internships during college, Liberal Arts Colleges, Scholarships, Uncategorized
The George Washington University – where the world is at your fingertips
Imagine having your college commencement ceremony with students from all over the US and 130 other countries around the world on the National Mall. This is an honor experienced only
Choosing a College: How to Find the Right Academic Fit
Choosing a college isn’t a quick or easy decision for most students. Students must consider five key features of a school when choosing a college: Academic fit, Social fit, Financial
April 10, 2023
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Dr. Pamela Ellis
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Campus Visits, College Admissions, high school Junior, Internships during college, Scholarships, Uncategorized
Rensselaer – a technical university that thrives on collaboration
Studying in high-tech studio classrooms where students work on team projects and collaborate to solve real-world problems is what students can expect when attending Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The 275-acre campus
March 6, 2023
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Dr. Pamela Ellis
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Campus Visits, College Admissions, high school Junior, Liberal Arts Colleges, Scholarships, Study Abroad, Uncategorized
University of Delaware – traditional education with an emphasis on experiential learning
Standing in the grassy green mall, the hub of University of Delaware’s 970-acre campus, you will find yourself surrounded by a mix of colonial and modern buildings. University of Delaware
February 5, 2023
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Dr. Pamela Ellis
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Campus Visits, College Admissions, high school Junior, Internships during college, Liberal Arts Colleges, Uncategorized
Oglethorpe – small liberal arts college with big city connection
“Education should help students make both a living and a life.” This is the guiding principle of Oglethorpe University, which was founded in 1835 and named for the founder of
Summer Programs for “Undecided” College-bound Teens
It’s perfectly OK if a high school student doesn’t know what they want to major in during college! The most popular major for college freshmen is “Undecided”. In fact, when
January 7, 2023
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Dr. Pamela Ellis
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Campus Visits, College Admissions, General, high school Junior, Liberal Arts Colleges, Uncategorized
Wittenberg – a liberal arts gem in the Midwest
Wittenberg offers a solid honors program, an active Greek scene, and competitive Division III athletics. Founded in 1845 by German Lutherans and set on a beautiful 100-acre campus in the
January 4, 2023
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Dr. Pamela Ellis
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Summer Programs, high school freshman, high school Junior, high school sophomore
How to find the right summer programs for your college-bound teen in 4 easy steps
The summer is a special time to continue learning and growing and college-bound teens can take advantage of numerous summer programs. The activities resume for college-bound teens who get into
December 28, 2022
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Dr. Pamela Ellis
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College Admissions, College Readiness, Family, Financial Aid/Scholarships, high school Junior, Making the most of High School, Scholarships
Getting in + getting money for college – it all begins with “FIT”
Junior year is the start of the college admissions process. In order for your teen to be successful once they’re in college, they need to be applying to colleges that