Admissions

The senior year of high school is a whirlwind for students applying to college. Between managing applications, writing essays, visiting campuses, and keeping up with academics and extracurriculars, high school seniors often feel like they’re being pulled in many directions at once. As a parent, you can help them navigate this process, ensuring that they have the best senior year possible.

For many families, paying for college can feel overwhelming, but there is an important tool available to make higher education more affordable. It’s called the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The form is currently used by the Department of Education to determine a student’s eligibility for financial aid. Understanding how it works and when to submit it can unlock significant financial aid opportunities.

Over the past several decades, universities in the Southern United States have experienced extraordinary growth. Once viewed primarily as regional institutions serving local populations, many are now nationally recognized for their research, rising enrollment, and economic impact. Driven by population growth, competitive tuition costs, and major investments in research infrastructure, Southern universities are reshaping the landscape of higher education in America.

Campus visits are often a big part of the college search process. Walking across the quad, sitting in on a class, or grabbing lunch in the dining hall gives prospective students insight into what campus life is like. But what if you can’t make the trip? What if distance, cost, scheduling conflicts, or other obligations are inhibiting you from visiting a campus? Don’t worry. This won’t put you at a disadvantage. In fact, with the right approach, you can still gather the information you need to make an informed decision.