FINANCIAL PLANNING, ROOMIE GIFTS & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN - VOL. 13
VOL. 13 — YOUR TRUSTED GUIDE TO EVERYTHING COLLEGE
EDITOR’S NOTE:
March Madness is over and Spring is the perfect time to focus on staying ahead in the college readiness process. From planning campus visits to registering for test prep, this season offers plenty of opportunities to make the most of your pre-summer activities.
Did you know April is Financial Literacy Month?
To help our followers navigate one of the most important aspects of college planning — finances — we’ve partnered with a college financial expert to give you tips on cost saving strategies (including ways to help make college more affordable and understanding the financial aid process).
At The College Corner, our mission is to connect you with trusted resources that simplify this overwhelming journey. Here’s to tackling college prep with calm & confidence!
NEWS YOU CAN USE
Federal Funding Freeze for Cornell & Northwestern
The White House is freezing about $1.8 billion in federal money for Cornell and Northwestern as part of an investigation into alleged civil rights violations.
Read more: https://www.forbes.com
5 Critical Trends Reshaping College Admissions
The college admissions landscape is undergoing seismic shifts, with trends identified by the Princeton Review’s survey and Common App data showing changes in applications and strategies.
Read more: https://www.forbes.com
18-Year-Old Tech CEO Turned Startup Success
Despite building a $30M startup with a near-perfect GPA and a 34 ACT score, this teen still faced college rejections — and has a powerful story to tell.
Read more: https://nypost.com
FINANCIAL GUIDANCE
LIFE HAPPENS — BUT COLLEGE CAN STILL BE AFFORDABLE
By Vicki Vollweiler, Founder of College Financial Prep
Life doesn’t always go according to plan. Whether it’s job loss, divorce, unexpected expenses, or the rising cost of living, many parents find themselves nearing their child’s senior year with less saved than hoped.
Read more: https://www.thecollegecorner.com
GIVEAWAY WINNER
KENI FROM MICHIGAN — GO BLUE!
Congrats to Keni, heading to University of Michigan!
We will be sharing photos of her prizes on our Instagram account soon: https://www.instagram.com
ROOMIE GIFT GUIDE
PART ONE
Getting your new college roommate a gift to kick things off has become a must. We’ve rounded up the cutest gift ideas—from sweet treats to dorm chic décor — to help you go from strangers to sleepover soulmates.
Click to shop: https://www.thecollegecorner.com
THE STYLE CORNER — BARBIE
The latest trend taking over TikTok and Instagram — the AI Barbie Box Challenge.
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Styled by: CHATGPT
PHOTO OF THE WEEK
NATIONAL CHAMPIONS — UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA UP ON THE POST-GAME PODIUM AFTER MONDAY NIGHT’S WIN.
(Photo credit: MADDIE WASHBURN)
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