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Moon Prep’s founder recently contributed her expert advice to an article by Miranda Marquit. “13 Strategies to Help You Pay for College” was published on StudentLoanHero.com, a valuable resource for current and former loan borrowers, with information on how to…

At this point you may think it's unnecessary to attend college fairs when you already have your list of potential schools. However, these fairs are a particularly efficient way to begin to narrow down that list. Equally, although there is…

Students applying to universities in the United States often tend to underestimate the time it takes to apply for admittance to a university or college. International students have extra steps involved in the application process. Below are a few things…

The college counselor and founder of MoonPrep.com recently published her article Dispelling 10 Myths About Studying Abroad In the U.S. in Saathee, an Indian culture magazine. The article is written for international students who may otherwise just dismiss the idea…

Kristen Moon Says: Instead of applying for that job at Burger King, how about creating an experience that will supercharge your college application. Job shadowing is what I am referencing. If you aspire to be a dentist, then shadow one.…

The numbers don't lie; more than 60,000 college and university alumni groups are active on LinkedIn, making it a valuable resource for college-bound students. Yet, most high school students I work with do not have a LinkedIn profile. Many believe…

Consider the Cost Benefits of Private Colleges. Kristen Moon, founder of Atlanta-based Moon Prep, says that while Ivy League schools are typically generous with need-based aid, merit-based aid doesn't exist at these institutions. "Even if you have a 1600 SAT,…

For most, going to college means finally gaining some independence. No one tells you to be back by 2am or checks if you have finished your greens. But with greater freedom comes greater financial responsibility. Being in charge of all…

Kristen Moon’s company Moon Prep specializes in helping high school seniors through the college application process. One critical part of the process involves choosing from seven essay prompts on the Common App, an application which many institutions use. Applicants have…

Kristen Moon, founder of Moonprep.com, is quoted along with fellow college admissions experts in a valuable U.S. News article about Expected Family Contribution, an important factor in financial aid calculations. Parents of students applying to college need to know that…