#College decision day is looming! We have good news for you: #Parents & #students, you don’t have to do this alone. We at #CollegeKupp are here for you to answer all your questions during your decision process so you can enjoy your academic journey. Why don’t you give us a call?
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‘This academy has brought out leadership in me’: Career tech programs offer head start for high school students Los Angeles Unified has significantly expanded career-based learning in recent years.

#LAUSD has expanded career technical education to 435 career pathways serving nearly 40,000 students.
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Advice from a College Custodian: Move-In, Fire Safety, and What Students Do and Don't Need Here's what a college custodian wants parents and students to know about move-in day, fire safety and buying too much.

Here are some thoughts and really important advice from a #college custodian that will help #parents who are sending their teens off to college.
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Did you know that #AI has made the liberal arts more important than ever?
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FAFSA User Experience Enhancements Planned for This Summer The improvements will, among other things, make the federal aid process quicker for parents without Social Security Numbers and families who have filled out the FAFSA for previous children.

#FAFSA will get a slate of user-experience improvements this summer, including updates to how parents without Social Security numbers input information and an expedited turnaround of aid info after the form is submitted.
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Immigrant families in California retreat from public benefits amid proposed changes to enforcement rules It is unclear if or when the federal administration's proposed changes to "public charge" rules would go into effect.

Growing fears about aggressive #immigration enforcement tactics — and confusion over federal “public charge” rules — are prompting some California families to retreat from child care and early education programs, even when their children qualify.
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Twelve Ways to Get the Most Out of Admitted Student Days Now that your student has been accepted, it's time for them to learn as much as they can about what it would be like to attend that college.

Admitted students’ day can be a great time to visit or revisit colleges before your student makes a final decision. grownandflown.com/tips-admitte...
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Common App Data Shows Increase in Applications The number of students submitting standardized test scores is up, while international students are submitting fewer applications than last year.

3 things to know about this year’s college application data.
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While higher #education is in a time of major changes, one thing is still crystal clear: A #college #degree remains the single strongest investment in an individual’s future success. Let’s talk about how to make the best decisions for your student. Visit us at
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UPDATE: California students can access unclaimed scholarship money when applying for FAFSA The latest education news updates from EdSource.

Did you know that California students with unclaimed #scholarship money can now access those funds when they apply for federal or state financial aid?
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What is alternative spring break? Alternative spring breaks allow students to travel, meet new people, and feel the satisfaction that comes from working to improve communities — and lives.

Students looking to make a difference while enjoying time off from school can take part in what has become known as alternative spring break. We at College Kupp love the idea.
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#Parents, how do you help your child handle #college rejection and not take it personally?
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#California sues over Trump demand for #college admissions data based on race.
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Seeking more help for students in crisis, Cal State weighs options for after-hours mental health care Cal State and the union for counselors agree that students deserve great care. But they disagree about hiring an outside vendor to provide it.

Student mental health care: Cal State is exploring systemwide mental health crisis support to fill the after-hours gap
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Happy #StPatricksDay from team #CollegeKupp! Contact us if you like to know more about the Irish University System and studying abroad. Our #collegecounselors have a lot of international experience and can provide helpful tips and first-hand information. Visit us at www.collegekupp.com

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder… Here are 35 U.S. #colleges and universities known for beautiful campuses with attributes such as stunning architecture, settings or landscaping. Is your favorite #campus on the list?
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Four Ways Parents Can Help Teens Manage College Admissions Anxiety Former college president offers suggestions to help parents support their teens through the college admissions process.

The waiting season is officially in full swing. Here are four ways #parents can help teens manage #college admissions anxiety.
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Supreme Court order puts California schools in legal limbo over transgender student privacy The California Department of Education has not yet provided guidance on disclosure to schools, stating that the department is unable to comment on ongoing litigation.

The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to reinstate parents’ right to be notified of their child’s gender identity has left California schools in temporary legal limbo and advocates concerned for the safety of #transgender #students.
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Here are 8 #education trends that are changing #college admissions.
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Do siblings count for #legacy points? Our college counselors at College Kupp are always here for you to answer your most burning questions.
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Columbia student detained by ICE is abruptly released after Mamdani meets with Trump Hours after the student was taken into custody in her campus apartment, she was released, after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani expressed concerns about the arrest to President Trump.

#ICE agents misrepresented themselves to arrest a student at Columbia, lawyers say. Immigration attorneys are concerned about the Trump administration's dramatic reshaping of immigration enforcement tactics nationwide.
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Trump administration, Congress leave Hispanic-serving colleges confused over funding California has more Hispanic-Serving Institutions than any state in the country, and many campuses lost grants last year when the Trump administration canceled them.

#California #colleges are looking for answers about the status of a federal grant program serving colleges that enroll many #Hispanic students, amid mixed messages from Congress and the Trump administration.
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Here are four summer activities that strengthen college applications because they align with what college admissions officers value most and help build skills that matter in #college and beyond.
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Did you know that Saint Mary’s College of California is an ideal fit for students who value small, discussion‑driven classes, close faculty mentorship and an education rooted in reflection and inquiry?
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Money is tight and campus fees are rising at Cal State On some campuses, mandatory student fees increased hundreds of dollars this school year. "College is expensive enough," one student said.

Money is tight and campus fees are rising at Cal State.
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From filing thresholds and scholarships to education credits and student loan deductions, here’s how tax year 2025 (the returns you’re filing now, in 2026) looks for college students.
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How to Talk With Your Teen About Choosing Their Major in College Pressure on teens to know their majors before they get to college is intense. Here are five ways to discuss majors with your college-bound student.

How to talk with your #teen about choosing their #major in #college.
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NCAN Report Shows Dramatic Increase in Pell Eligibility Rates More than 1.5 million additional students were eligible to receive the maximum Pell Grant this academic year compared to the award cycle before the Free Application for Federal Student Aid…

More than 1.5 million additional #students were eligible to receive the maximum Pell Grant this academic year compared to the award cycle before the Free Application for Federal Student Aid simplification process was completed.
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We at #CollegeKupp love good and healthy #dining options! These 11 colleges use campus farms or gardens and local partnerships to provide fresh, nutritious food.
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Happy Valentine’s Day! At College Kupp we love to help students fall in love with a school that is the perfect fit for them. Check out our services at www.collegekupp.com
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