Alternative Start Dates for College Freshman
When most families envision the college journey, they picture the classic scene: moving into dorms on a fall day alongside hundreds or thousands of other freshmen. While this traditional path works well for many students, colleges now offer several alternative start dates that might better suit your child’s needs and goals. These alternative starts can […]
Financial Matters: Making Private Colleges Affordable
Private colleges across the United States have expanded their merit-based aid programs in response to competition from public institutions and affordability concerns. This strategy has made private education more accessible to middle-income families. According to the National Association of College and University Business Officers, private nonprofit colleges reached a record average tuition discount rate of […]
Focus on Majors: Nursing
Imagine saving lives before you’ve even hit your mid-twenties – that’s what a career in nursing could offer you. From helping deliver newborns to supporting patients through their toughest battles, nursing puts you at the heart of healthcare’s most meaningful moments. The nursing profession offers strong job security and competitive pay. According to the Bureau […]
Choosing the “Best” Test Prep Method
Most students are anxious about taking standardized tests. Taking a good test prep course or working one-on-one with a tutor can help alleviate some of this anxiety by allowing students to become familiar with the exams and test-taking strategies. Here are some questions to guide you when looking for classes or tutors: Who will be […]
Is a Gap Year Worth It?
For students who are at the end of their high school journey they are often left wondering what comes next. For some it’s college. For others the answer may be a bit more blurred. An increasing number of students are considering an alternate path that’s known as a gap year. At Beyond Ivy, we believe […]
How To Pay For College Without Loans
Whether you’re applying to a state school, private school, or community college, you probably view college as a way to get ahead in life. You certainly don’t want to start your career saddled with a bunch of debt. The cost of tuition is one of the biggest reasons that students avoid continuing their education after […]
What AP Classes Should I Take?
The AP classes you take can significantly influence your college applications and your future academic path. But with a variety of subjects and challenging courses available, how do you decide which AP classes are right for you? Ultimately, the choice of which Advanced Placement (AP) classes to take (or whether to take them at all!) […]