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There’s no denying it: Junior year is the most critical time for college planning. It’s when high schoolers start to focus on their future and make decisions that really count. And with most students just 10 months away from applying to college, it’s clear that the eleventh grade is crunch time. The good news? Class […]

Now that our senior class (Class of 2021) has applied to college, and some have already been accepted, it’s crunch time for our junior class (Class of 2022)! That’s why Class 101 is launching the Super Junior program on November 2nd! The program is specifically designed for the Class of 2022 to ensure juniors get […]

Looking for ways to lower the cost of college, but not sure where to begin? The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first step in the financial aid process, and the window to apply is fast approaching. Here’s what you need to know to make completing the FAFSA as simple as possible. […]

The world looks a whole lot different than it did a year ago. Quarantining has affected every aspect of our lives, including unprecedented shifts to your high schooler’s educational experience. But just as your teenager is getting ready again for high school this fall, they also need to get ready for college! The college advisors at […]

Most students take the PSAT as sophomores or juniors There are nearly 3.5 million high schoolers who take the PSAT every year—a major milestone on the road to college. The PSAT is targeted to high academic achievers who are on their way to postsecondary success. Most students take the PSAT in either 10th or 11th […]

In honor of our birthday, we’re celebrating over two decades of empowering students, serving families and inspiring greatness—the Class 101 way. Here’s a look at the milestones, the people and the accomplishments that have made the journey so worthwhile. 23 years of outstanding leadership  Today we’re throwing it back to the nineties—August 27, 1997 to […]

As students return to high school this year, classes may look a little different. With the shift to socially-distant or online learning, one thing remains clear: Now is the time for high school seniors to begin solidifying their college plans for 2021. On August 1, the majority of colleges and universities across the country open […]

Class 101, the nation’s premier college planning franchise, has opened its 47th franchise in Central Wisconsin.  College advisor and franchise owner, Pam Knezic, is opening this location after a successful career in marketing and finance. Pamela helped her oldest son navigate the college planning process, and, through this experience, she realized the complexity of college […]

Class 101, the country’s premier college planning company, has opened its 46th franchise location in Brevard County, FL. This is the fifth location in Florida, joining locations in Blackwater, Doral, East Hillsborough, and Treasure Coast. This location is being opened by Ven Puskur.               Ven has been a successful […]