The Scary Hours of the Waiting Game

by Xavier Husser, Boston College, '18

One of the most annoying things about being a senior in college or high school is having people constantly remind you that in a few months you’re leaving as if you had forgotten. Every underclassman and faculty member I meet ask about what the next phase of my life is...

When Is My FAFSA Deadline?

by I'm First Administrator

Just like your college applications, the FAFSA has different deadline as well! Check out this great article below by NerdWallet.   This article was originally published on NerdWallet on Dec. 10, 2015.  When Is My FAFSA Deadline? By Alexandra Rice The 2016-17 Free...

Twitter Chat: Wrapping Up College Apps!

by I'm First Administrator

Join us for our monthly Twitter Office Hour! On Thursday, Dec. 3rd at 7pm EST, we’re inviting first-generation college students, those who aspire to be, and everyone who cares about first-gens to meet us on Twitter to ask questions and share answers on important...

The College Application Wrap Up!

by I'm First Administrator

December is in full-effect…and so should the completion of your college applications! This Thurs, Dec. 11th at 4pm EST, you heard from I’m First! College Partners  around what makes an application complete and the significance of putting time into...

Application Timeline: When to Apply to College

by Matt Rubinoff

This article is published in the 2014 I’m First Guide to College Before senior year begins (or as soon as possible after!) it’s time to plan out your application timeline. Before you do that, however, it’s important to be aware of the various types of deadlines...