How to Choose the Right College for a Senior
Advice to weigh options before graduation. Consider location, urban or rural setting, freedom, programs, and teaching style. Visit campuses, ask current students questions, and compare finances including scholarships, grants, loans, and work programs for a comfortable, informed decision.
How to Secure Strong Teacher Recommendation Letters
A concise guide for students on obtaining effective recommendations. Emphasizes choosing truthful referees, sending direct mailed copies, supplying complete details, listing activities and future plans, planning ahead, and presenting as ideal candidates to encourage expansive one page letters.
Making college affordable through scholarships and loans
Students can lower costs via scholarships grants and loans. Local options include Harvey Drake Memorial and Ransom Memorial Hospital Auxiliary scholarships. National programs like Putnam Presidential and 4-H service scholarships, Kansas Tuition Grant Pell grants and guaranteed loans aid college funding. Financial aid offices and libraries offer guidance. January meetings explain aid form changes.
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