Private College Tuition Rates Rise, The Truth About Applying Early 

October is flying by, and pretty soon it will be time to submit early applications! The fall is hectic, but it’s important to stay informed on college admissions and higher education news. So we have the week’s top stories right here:

• According to NACAC, the tuition rates for its private member colleges have increased by 3.6%.

• Many students have just a couple of weeks until early applications are due, but do you really know the benefits and drawbacks of applying early decision or early action?

• The New York Times had a great piece last week about the gap between the number of men and women in science and math, and it was still making the rounds into late this week.

• Not sure how to get ‘personal’ in your personal statement? UC Berkeley has some good tips.

• Dr. Kat stopped by the TODAY Show this week to discuss how high school students can ace their college applications.

• College Admission 101: Should you really tweet the dean? Dr. Kat has the answer.

• Make sure you’re on track this month with our October College Planning Checklist.  

What do you think about rising tuition? Are you applying to your top-choice colleges early? Tell us your thoughts in the comments below!

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