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It’s hard to believe, but the first part of the academic year is already over. For students in their junior year, that means there are only nine months left before they enter senior year. It also means only nine months before they can start applying to college. That date can seem far off but, between […]

If you would have asked me two years ago, what my plan was for college application season, I would have probably replied with a shrug. Like many freshmen students, going into high school, I had absolutely no clue what to do when it came to college applications. Being an only child, I did not have […]

Now that our senior class (Class of 2023) has applied to college, and some have already started being accepted, it’s crunch time for our junior clas That’s why Class 101 started the Super Junior program that starts on November 1st and runs for three months! The program is specifically designed to ensure juniors get ahead of the curve […]

If you’re a student getting ready for college or an adult helping a student in your life get ready for college, you’ve probably heard about the FAFSA—the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.  Created by Congress in 1992, the FAFSA was intended, as the Washington Post, writes “to standardize the process of applying for the […]

Summer is coming to a close. For families across the country that means returning from vacation, buying new school supplies, getting ready for the new academic year, and starting to think about college.  This time is always a great opportunity for students to center themselves and think about the year to come. Class 101 knows […]

The saying goes that you can’t judge a book by its cover. Colleges are no different. While every college and university has their own shining website and glossy promotional materials, it can be hard for any student to know what life on campus is like at first glance. Flipping through pamphlets and flyers are rarely […]

It was a long process of touring campuses, emailing admissions officials, and learning about different programs. Weeks after submitting their test scores and college essays through the Common App, a letter arrives in the mail for your child. It thanks them for applying and congratulates them for being one of the students accepted for the […]

Applying to college can be intense, especially when it comes to finding ways to stand out on your college application. But we know how to set you above your competition. With jobs, volunteer work, and athletics students  can distinguish themselves from their peers. More than good grades and test scores, extracurriculars and other experiences can […]

Countdown to application season starts NOW. Are you ready? • Free Webinar Alert! •  Class of 2023, application season is right around the corner! That means no more putting off those essays or standardized tests. It’s time to put all the pieces for your application together for the colleges you are most excited to attend. […]