Skip to main content

The

Insider Blog

College admissions and finance advice from the experts. The Insider blog is where College Coach experts weigh in on the latest college admissions topics. We cover everything from application timelines and strategies to tips on financing your child's education.
                       

College admissions advice
medical-563427_1280
CHOOSING THE RIGHT COLLEGE

Navigating Medical School Applications: The Three Types of Letters Applicants Send

Discover the three essential types of letters medical school applicants send and learn when to use each one effectively. This guide helps you navigate the application process with strategic insights and practical tips.

Posted on December 10th, 2024 by Lauren DiProspero, College Admissions Consultant
person holding out gift in candy cane wrapping paper
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Best Gifts for the Student in Your Life

The following list offers practical and meaningful gift ideas to support and inspire the student in your life this holiday season.

Posted on December 4th, 2024 by Jessica Black, College Finance Consultant
architecture student studying blueprints
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

What Are the Different Types of Architecture Programs?

College admissions consultant Kurt Isaacson explores the various paths students can take to become an architect.

Posted on November 26th, 2024 by Kurt Isaacson, College Admissions Consultant
college counselor meeting with family
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Top 7 Reasons to Use College Coaching

While specific reasons for wanting support on the college admissions process varies, some trends emerge. Here are the top 7 reasons families consider working with Bright Horizons College Coach.

Posted on November 22nd, 2024 by Shannon Vasconcelos, College Finance Consultant
College applications can bring stress to parents and teens.
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

An Open Letter to Admission Offices: You’re Failing the Vibe Check

An open letter to college admissions offices highlighting the stress and confusion caused by unclear application processes. Calls for simplification to ease the burden on students.

Posted on November 19th, 2024 by Elizabeth Heaton, College Admissions Consultant
Teen and parent research together on laptop.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT COLLEGE

Unlocking College Admissions: The Power of the Common Data Set

Explore how the Common Data Set can guide your college search by providing essential admissions data. Learn where to find it and how to use it to build a balanced college list.

Posted on November 12th, 2024 by Aysha Wong, College Admissions Consultant
worker using machines
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Not Your Ancestors' Apprenticeships: Everything You Need to Know about Apprenticeship Programs

Discover how apprenticeships offer a debt-free path to high-paying careers in various industries, providing practical skills and financial stability without the burden of student loans.

Posted on November 5th, 2024 by Jessica Black, College Finance Consultant
woman in classroom
COLLEGE LOAN ADVICE

Recent Graduates: Time to Pay Student Loans, but… It’s Complicated

EdAssist student loan coach Stacey MacPhetres shares her top tips for recent grads on repaying those student loans.

Posted on November 4th, 2024 by Stacey MacPhetres, College Finance Consultant
woman writing in classroom
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

The Impact of Race-Neutral Admissions One Year Later

Explore the impact of the 2023 SCOTUS decision on college admissions and campus diversity. Learn how demographic shifts at top colleges affect students’ search and application processes.

Posted on October 31st, 2024 by College Coach Guest Author,
gavel
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Department of Education Extends Payment Pause for Millions of Federal Student Loan Borrowers as Legal Cases Continue

The Department of Education announced it will continue the pause on student loan payments for borrowers enrolled in the SAVE Program as legal cases continue.

Posted on October 25th, 2024 by Stacey MacPhetres, College Finance Consultant
man and woman smiling

Interested in digging deeper? Read more blog posts from our experts, or visit our website to learn more about Bright Horizons.

View All Blogs About Bright Horizons