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August 13, 2024
Summer is coming to an end, which means big changes are around the corner for incoming high school freshmen. As a high school student, you’ll have more independence. You’ll be more free to pursue your hobbies and passions. You’ll be more in charge of your life. It’s normal to find this prospect both exciting and […]
Read More >January 3, 2025
The college application process can seem far from straight-forward. With various forms, deadlines, and platforms to manage, many families can find themselves overwhelmed and confused. In this blog, we aim to reduce some of the stress by providing information on one aspect of the college journey—the College Scholarship Services Profile, better known as the CSS […]
Read More >November 25, 2024
The last two years have seen no shortage of changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, better known as FAFSA. Delays. New questions. All of it has been confusing for families looking at college for the first time. But none of it should detract from the application’s importance. Since 1965, the FAFSA has […]
Read More >November 5, 2024
At Class 101, we understand that preparing for college can be overwhelming, but being organized and proactive can significantly ease that stress. This is not a post about mental health treatment or specific self-care tips. Instead, we’re here to discuss practical strategies for navigating the high school years—a time often filled with stress and anxiety […]
Read More >October 22, 2024
It’s the middle of college application season. Aside from the usual jitters that come with preparing and submitting applications, there’s another anxiety-inducing prospect on the horizon—having to make a choice on where to attend. Finding the right college fit isn’t always a straight-forward proposition. Beyond classes and grading, there’s the campus size, location, student body, […]
Read More >October 2, 2024
If you’re trying to get into a college or internship, you need at least two letters of recommendation from a teacher or school counselor. This can lead you to wonder how to ask a teacher for a letter of recommendation and get it. It can feel overwhelming, and you worry that they might turn you […]
Read More >October 2, 2024
Applying for scholarships your college offers can be an excellent starting point for securing the funds you need to make attending your dream school a reality, but these scholarships often have far more applicants than awards available. Some colleges even automatically consider all qualified incoming students for certain scholarships on the basis of information obtained […]
Read More >September 10, 2024
Getting a good college application together requires letters of recommendations, transcripts, and a good college essay. However, one of the most valuable components is too often overlooked—parents and guardians. Parents are critical, not just in keeping students to deadlines but also in providing support and guidance during a pivotal moment of their lives. While the […]
Read More >July 10, 2024
Summer is underway and most students are enjoying a well-deserved break from school work to pursue sports, hobbies, summer jobs, travel, and more. Still, these hot summer months should not distract from one key fact—the start of college admissions season is right around the corner. Most colleges and universities will begin accepting applicants for the […]
Read More >June 14, 2024
For most students, applying for college has a few essential parts. There’s transcripts, a record of your grades through the prior year. There’s test scores, the results of several standardized tests meant to evaluate your capacity as a student. Then, finally, there’s the application essay. Around 650 words in length, the college application essay is […]
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