 Application
Tips
Prioritize your application tasks and decide what you
should--and should not--include in your application. |
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 Where
to Apply?
Knowing where to apply requires a realistic assessment of
your skills. Here's a guide to finding your perfect fit.
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 The
Interview
Student and parent interviews can be decisive. Before
donning your suit and popping the mints, read these tips on ensuring an
effective interview. |
 Recommendations
Learn why more is not always better and why a coach can
often write a more persuasive letter than a Senator.
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 Testing
Like it or not, test scores play a crucial role in
private school admissions. Here's a guide on what to expect and how to
prepare. |
 Financial
Aid
Great education comes at a price. Despite the high cost
of private education, most schools provide opportunities for additional
funding.
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Timetable
Interested in private school? Early planning is essential
to both identifying your target schools and compiling the strongest
application.
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 Competition
Private schools desire well-rounded students with strong
interpersonal skills & exemplary academic prowess. Learn how to
encourage such traits in your children.
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 Researching
Schools
Parents just beginning a private school search may be
overwhelmed by the wealth of information. Here is a systematic way to
conduct the search. |
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 Campus
Visits
Campus visits are an essential part of any school search.
To make the most of your visit, be sure to adequately prepare for and
evaluate what you see.
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 Myth
vs. Reality
Forget the movies. Private schools are no longer for the
elite. Here are some common myths about private schools and the truths
that explode them. |
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 Public
vs. Private
This article outlines the true--and perceived--advantages
of private schools over public schools to help guide you in your
decision.
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Child
Anxiety
Transferring to a school of strangers can be terrifying
for a child. Learn how to calm the natural anxiety that accompanies
transition to a new school. |
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