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Noreen Britt

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Julia Surtshin, MS, CEP

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College Ahead

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Carolee Gravina

Carolee Gravina

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College Bound Guidance

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Suzann Cowing

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Advanced College Counseling

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We had to cancel a spring break college visit on the west coast because of corona virus. If my daughter get accepted, we don't have time to visit before she must make a decision. Is there a good way to delay the decision?

Hi there!  Great question.  Some colleges have already decided to push the enrollment deadline (which had traditionally been May 1) to a later date, and many are now considering that change.  Colleges share your concern about forcing you and your child to make a de...

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