
Merit Scholarships in a Time of COVID-19
Families pay close attention to the merit aid provided by colleges--as…

COVID-19: The latest news impacting our college-bound kids
These are strange times to be sure! We wanted to have a place…

What does it mean to apply to college test optional?
"I keep hearing announcements that colleges are no longer requiring…

What COVID-19 Has Taught Us About Teenagers
This spring, our worlds were turned upside down. And yet, life…

Financial Health of Colleges: What Parents Need to Consider
Once upon a time, picking a college was simpler. Was it a “fit?”…

Reading and Understanding Your College Bill
At The Core is excited to be sharing a new blog post from Malea…

High School Seniors: Making a College Decision in the Time of COVID-19
Spring of 2020 has been unprecedented. The impact of the Coronavirus…

Are expensive summer camps worth it?
Ever since we started our Summer Opportunities web page years…

Should Your High School Student Have a Part-Time Job?
At The Core Founder and CEO, Beth Probst, recently had the honor…