Choosing a college

Choosing a College: How Size Plays a Part in Your Decision

When it comes to choosing a college, size matters. The size of…
Heading to college

Heading to College with "Clarity and Confidence"

Clarity and confidence – from the genesis of At The Core, we’ve…
Paying for college

Does the thought of paying for college leave you in a panic?

We heard from a mom who said that the thought of paying for college…

SAT Has Cancelled the Optional Essay and the Subject Tests

The College Board, the folks behind SAT exams and AP classes,…

When is your kiddo "in the groove?" Self Knowledge and Career Thinking

For us, it is when we are serving students and families. That's…
High school course options

High School Course Options: How do we decide?

Parents, remember when we went to high school? For most of us,…
Graduation rate

Graduation Rate: The 8-Year College Plan?!

Have you given much thoughts to the graduation rate at the colleges…
Going to college abroad

Going to College Abroad

Sometimes we get questions from parents that just need a blog…
List of colleges

Making a List of Colleges: Are You Ready for the Tough Questions?

Sometimes the tough questions can give us pause. Recently, a…
Net price calculator

Paying for College: Do you know about this “secret” tool?

The price tag for a college degree can be staggering. What can…