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July 2024



Back-to-School Shopping Tips for College Students



As August approaches, many families start thinking about back-to-school shopping, especially parents of new college students. If your student is beginning college this fall, check out these helpful resources as you prepare for move-in day.


The College Board offers a free printable college packing checklist for first-year students that will definitely come in handy.


Her Campus provides a college packing list specifically for females. From clothing to dorm room necessities, this list covers all of the bases.


Modern Teen has guys covered when it comes to packing for college. Print off your list and start shopping!  


DormCo is an online resource providing a wide variety of affordable furniture, linens, organizers and more that will spruce up any dorm room!


Whether you are searching for bedding, furniture or supplies to organize your new study space, IKEA can help.


Pottery Barn also offers stylish dorm essentials that can be ordered online and picked up near your college campus.


Target has all of your must-haves including bedding, dorm furniture and decor, school supplies and more.


Check out Dormify, which is dedicated to helping college students creatively furnish dorm rooms and apartments.


For more tips on best places to purchase dorm room necessities online, please read this article from Grown & Flown.


Finally, don't miss recommendations in The New York Times list "The Best College Dorm Essentials" in order to narrow down your options and find what's best for your student.


Good luck and happy shopping!



News For High School Families

P&A is happy to share college admission and financial aid news and other topics of interest with high school families. Here are some of the articles recently mentioned in our social media:


"The ACT Test Is Evolving" from ACT


"House committee advances bill to mandate FAFSA release by October 1" from Higher Ed Dive


"The Admissions Criteria That Top Schools Really Care About" from Forbes


"William & Mary lands $100 million gift to expand marine sciences school" in The Washington Post


"Sticker shock: A look at the complicated world of tuition pricing" from Higher Ed Dive



2024 ACT and SAT Dates

The summer is a popular time for rising high school seniors to take the ACT and SAT as they prepare for the college application process. We are including a helpful chart of test dates this year so that families and educators can help students determine their ideal test taking timeline. To learn more about our recommended test preparation services, please see here.


In addition, we are sharing a helpful guide from the College Board that addresses common questions about the digital SAT, including when scores will be available, how to interpret score reports, etc.

Upcoming Events for Families

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In the coming weeks and months, valuable FREE workshops, college fairs, and other outreach events for high school families will be offered. Students are encouraged to explore colleges by engaging with admission officers and financial aid professionals. All events are open to the public.


GO Overseas is hosting webinars in August and September. Attend a virtual information session and learn about diverse gap year opportunities available for teens.


Coalition for College is offering a free event "Behind the Scenes of the Admissions Committee" on August 14. Parents and students are encouraged to attend.


15 on the 15th: Liberal Arts Colleges Across the U.S. is a group of 15 colleges that will be offering virtual events for prospective students on the 15th of each month through November 2024. This group includes Bates College, Skidmore College, Wesleyan University, and others. For additional information and to register, please read here.


NEACAC (New England Association for College Admission Counseling) will be offering in-person college fairs this fall starting in September. To learn more, please visit this website.


MEFA (Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority) is offering events for both parents and students. Learn about college financing options, college admission and more.


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College Move-in Day Tips: What NOT To Do



In the coming weeks, students will be heading off to campuses throughout the US to start their college careers. College Ave offers excellent tips to help make every family's move-in day smooth and successful. Check out the valuable advice here and good luck to all first-year college students!

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