The holidays are a time of year we think about giving. But what does that mean for your student when they arrive on a college campus?
Help your talented student make the most of their gifts in college
Unit: Admissions
Something for everyone: How your student can engage specific interests on campus
Not everyone’s college experience is the same, nor should it be. Your student has unique talents and interests, so here are some ways to engage those on campus.
FAFSA: Why those five letters are so important for college financial aid
Don’ think the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) matters for your family? You might be missing out in a big way.
Earning financial aid starts with a timeline
A little planning goes a long way toward making the search for college financial aid simpler, more satisfying, and successful.
What’s the key to finding college scholarships?
Cost matters when choosing a college, but knowing how to find scholarships can make school affordable.
A guide to getting more out of a campus visit
A step-by-step guide to help you and your student get the most out of a college visit.
How a campus visit can help your college search
Helping your child choose a college is a critical undertaking, but how do you cut through all the noise to figure out where your student will be safe, supported, and successful?
From the source: College students talk campus visits
Current students share their stories of how a visit helped them decide to become Redbirds, and they offer advice on how your family can get the most out of a stop on campus.
3 places to look for scholarships
College can be expensive, but don’t worry! There are many different resources you can use to find scholarships to make a higher education more affordable.
10 ways to meet friends at Illinois State University
Here are 10 ways you can make friends at Illinois State University, straight from our student experts in the Office of Admissions.
