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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 […]

Updated: Jan 2025 There are four sections on the ACT: English (75 question/ 45 minutes), Math (60 questions/ 60 minutes), Reading (40 questions/ 35 minutes), Science (40 questions/ 35 minutes) and then the optional writing portion. Math Math is the easiest section to raise your score in. This section is the one where students make […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]