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Congratulations to Ashley Minder!
Ashley, a senior at Perkiomen Valley High School in Collegeville, PA, is excited to be heading to Penn State University, where she will pursue a Bachelor of Science on the pre-med track. From the very beginning of her college search, Ashley approached the process with a sense of curiosity and openness that truly set the…
Insider Tips for the week of May 2, 2026
How many AP classes should my child take? – Many families struggle with this decision, wondering if not taking AP or IB classes will hurt their chances of getting into certain colleges, while also being worried about their child being overwhelmed. Check out our advice. What to know about early action and early decision –…
Creighton University: A College Profile
A Jesuit university in Omaha with notable strengths in health sciences, business, and campus communityBy CIT Consultant, Anne Weber Creighton University is a private Jesuit university located in Omaha, Nebraska, with approximately 4,500 undergraduates. It sits in a mid-sized city with a growing arts and dining scene, close to downtown but with a clearly defined,…
Kansas State University: A College Profile
Where Purple Pride Runs Deep by CIT Consultant Anne Weber Manhattan, Kansas, may call itself “The Little Apple,” but Kansas State is anything but small when it comes to academic depth, school spirit, and the kind of campus energy that turns prospective students into Wildcats. For students looking for a strong academic experience within a…
6 Questions You Need to Ask on Your Next College Tour
Chirping birds, beautiful old buildings covered in ivy, large century trees and an eager student chatting and walking backward. This is what many of us experience during our kid’s college tours. I’ve been on many, many tours during the searches for my kids and in addition to the painted picture here, I noticed one other…
Arizona State vs University of Arizona: Which Is the Right Fit?
Sun Devils & Wildcats: A College Consultant’s Guide to ASU vs. University of Arizonaby CIT Consultant Anne Weber Arizona is home to two flagship public universities that couldn’t be more different in character. Arizona State University (ASU) is vast, multifaceted, and relentlessly innovative. The University of Arizona (UArizona) is lush, unified, and steeped in both…
Insider Tips for the week of April 4, 2026
4 mistakes families make that increase the cost of college – College Inside Track President Chris Wills says it is often the decisions that families themselves make that cause them to unnecessarily pay more for college than they should (and potentially increase student debt). A short read and good conversation starter within your household. Wellness resources for…
Franklin & Marshall College Profile
Lancaster, Pennsylvania by CIT Consultant Kim Koffi Franklin & Marshall College (F&M) in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is a selective liberal arts college. It blends rigorous academics with a deeply collaborative campus culture. With roughly 1,900 undergraduates, the college offers the intimacy of a small academic community. Students also benefit from opportunities typically found at larger universities.…
Insider Tips for the week of March 7, 2026
4 guidelines for student loan debt – With the recent policy changes to student loan limits, we thought it would be helpful to provide a perspective that isn’t discussed nearly as much – reducing loan debt on the front end. Check out the 4 key guidelines for student loan debt that we use. What is a college co-op program? – The…
5 Nuggets of College Planning Wisdom
1 Choose a college that is a fit academically, socially AND financially. And a financial fit inherently means that neither the student nor the parents are over-borrowing (see #2). 2 Borrow an amount no greater than the average first-year salary in your chosen field. If total student loan debt is less than your starting salary,…