For most students, their largest source of scholarships will be their college or university. Here’s a list of 70+ scholarships from Texas public and private colleges. Loading…
College-bound
The Realities of Paying For College
Tired of financial or college advice that doesn’t apply to you? In this episode, we break it down with Jennifer Ledwith, tackling realistic options for everyone—whether you’re broke, have some cash to spare, or are dealing with unsupportive parents. No matter which category you fall into, we’ve got you covered. Tune in for a down-to-earth […]
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By Scholar Ready
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In ACT Prep, College Prep, Paying for College, PSAT Prep, SAT Prep, Scholarships
$1 Million+ In Scholarships Tied To Test Scores
Increasingly, parents whose students are pursuing scholarships hire me for PSAT, SAT, or ACT preparation. What are 3 things that my student can do today to prepare for the next PSAT, SAT, or ACT? Schedule a 30-minute phone call to plan your next steps. Here’s a list of 19 scholarships (worth more than $1 Million) […]
Peace With “Grown” College Students This Holiday Season
Clara Peña, LPC-S, LCDC, RPT of New Outlook Individual & Family Therapy, LLC is passionate about helping women adapt to empty nests. But what happens when those “grown” children return for short-term (weekend, holidays, summers) breaks and long-term (years) to the family home? According to Dr. Peña, a professional therapist, setting clear boundaries and expections […]
Write a College Essay That Stands Out
Well-written essays can lead to college admissions and scholarships. Keep reading to learn how to write an essay that stands out from the crowd. Step 1: Read Professional Examples of Storytelling The First Time I Faced a Hostile Audience (Kids) by John Leguizamo On Witness and Respair: A Personal Tragedy Followed by Pandemic by Jesymn Ward Letter […]
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By Scholar Ready
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In College Prep, Confidence in school, Literacy, Math, Math, Paying for College, PSAT Prep, SAT Prep, Scholarships, stress relief
40 Summer College Opportunities
Success in college requires good habits. Join me this summer, and I’ll teach you how to use knowledge, strategy, and consistency to become more confident. 40 seats in Essay Writing for Scholarships and College Admissions, PSAT/SAT Preparation, STEM, Business and Industry, and Public Service courses are now open! ESSAY WRITING FOR COLLEGE ADMISSIONS AND SCHOLARSHIPS Recommended for Class […]
SAT or ACT
Question: Should I take the SAT or ACT? Answer: Take both. The SAT and ACT can improve your chances of bypassing college placement exams (TSIA, Accuplacer, etc.) and gaining college admission and scholarships. [Scholarship programs that require SAT or ACT scores] Here are 4 additional reasons for taking the SAT and ACT. 1. Most admission and scholarship […]
Choosing the Right School
Dazzling website, engaging social media presence, glossy brochures, beautiful fall campus tours — what more do students need to get to know a prospective university? Hiding in plain sight, a school’s Common Data Set can help determine the likelihood that a student will succeed in its classrooms. Using a Common Data Set Watch “Using a […]
Scholarships and SAT and ACT
Don’t let the A’s and B’s fool you — educators are passing, promoting, and graduating students who lack the literacy and numeracy for college-level coursework. [Complete the Scholar ReadyNESS Checkup and set an appointment with me to discuss your student’s debt-free path to college.] Don’t wait until your student is among the increased number of college students […]
PSAT In a Month
We started PSAT In a Month to help overwhelmed counselors, parents, and students with weekly activities to prepare for this exam. We believe that with familiarity and practice, bright students can perform well on the PSAT. My name is Jennifer Ledwith and I teach PSAT and SAT courses at University of Houston-Clear Lake. My […]