Posts by Sonja Buckmeier
Emory University Hits All The Marks
School profile by CIT Consultant, Anne Weber Driving through the gates into the pristine campus of Emory feels almost surreal. The immaculate limestone and marble buildings create an atmosphere that’s unlike any other school in its class—it doesn’t feel like an Ivy, nor does it feel like a southern belle. There’s a quiet elegance that’s…
Read MoreAgnes Scott College, A Hidden Gem Near Atlanta
School profile by CIT Consultant, Anne Weber We always ask students to look beyond the splashy headlines about rankings. So when I arrived on the beautiful campus of Agnes Scott College, I was both skeptical and intrigued by the banners touting “#1 most innovative for seven years in a row.” How could this little women’s…
Read MoreThe University of Arkansas: Full of Tradition and Innovation
There’s a well-known saying, “Everything’s bigger in Texas.” And perhaps that’s why so many Texas students flock to the University of Arkansas. The massive campus feels even larger by being flanked on all four sides by shops, restaurants and off-campus housing. Walking along the senior walk, where every graduate’s name is etched in stone, one…
Read MoreThe University of Mississippi, “Ole Miss,” And Its Southern Charm
School profile by CIT Consultant, Anne Weber The Ole Miss Rebels are a generous bunch—financially and culturally. Located 60 miles south of Memphis in the storybook town of Oxford, the University of Mississippi lives up to its reputation as a place to enjoy the best four years of one’s life. Ole Miss has a high…
Read MoreRhodes College Offers Liberal Arts in a Quiet Pocket of Memphis
School profile by CIT Consultant, Anne Weber Located in a quiet, upscale neighborhood of Memphis, Rhodes College feels like an elite New England liberal arts school without all the snow. The cohesive campus is a collection of stone buildings, each with beautiful stained glass windows and gorgeous wood details. Even the clubs and quirky little…
Read MoreInsider Tips for the week of February 8, 2025
Misleading college financial aid letters – New federal research finds that colleges are failing to give accepted students clear and standard information about financial aid packages, leading to a number of negative consequences. Check out the article from NPR and be sure the issues highlighted aren’t affecting your family. Why you were denied – Jon Boeckenstedt, VP of enrollment…
Read MoreInsider Tips for the week of January 11, 2025
Change for small business owners – Add small business owners to the group of people impacted by recent college financial aid changes. Take a minute to read our latest article. Choices and options – a blueprint for college admission – Georgia Tech’s Rick Clark says the ideal situation is to have multiple offers of admission and financial aid packages from those…
Read MoreInsider Tips for the week of December 7, 2024
FAFSA now live – The new FAFSA for students attending college Fall 2025 is now live. Read our tips on how to tackle the 6 trickiest FAFSA questions. Current college trends – CIT”s Cozy Wittman discusses a wide range of college planning topics on the “Wicked Pissah” podcast, including how to find a good fit and finding schools…
Read MoreInsider Tips for the week of November 9, 2024
Underclassmen strategies – If you have a HS underclassman, now is the time to nail down a concrete strategy related to college debt and the college search. Check out the advice from CIT’s Cozy Wittman. Study skills guide – Grades are a vital part of the college application. Courtesy of James Madison University, here’s a comprehensive high school study skills guide to…
Read MoreInsider Tips for the week of October 12, 2024
New ACT changes – Following the lead of the recent SAT changes, ACT announced new changes going into effect starting in April 2025. Check out a summary of what’s new here. How AI is changing the college admissions process – Some colleges receive tens of thousands of applications every year and are looking for a faster way to…
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