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My daughter failed a college class, and I did not completely freak out!
by: Liz Agather, Agather College Consulting “Mom, I might have failed English 201.” When my daughter said this to me in December of her...

Agather College Consulting
Jun 55 min read


Help! Where do I find Scholarships?
Every year, students ask me for help finding scholarships. Sadly, there is misguided marketing around how easy it is to win scholarships....

Agather College Consulting
May 224 min read


Making Smart College Choices in Uncertain Times: 10 Tips for College Funding in 2025
By Liz Agather, Co-Chair/Founder, IECA College Affordability Affinity Group, Agather College Consulting, Independent Ed Consultant...

Agather College Consulting
Apr 195 min read


Dual Enrollment: Is It the Right Path for Your High School Journey?
In recent years, many high schools have been encouraging students to participate in Dual Enrollment (DE) . This trend is noticeable even...

Agather College Consulting
Mar 194 min read


College = Consumer Purchase: Know Costs Before You Tour or Commit
When choosing a college, consider it a major consumer purchase—like a house. You would not tour million-dollar homes with a $500K budget....

Agather College Consulting
Feb 143 min read


New 2025 ACT: Flexible, Shorter, and Linear
The ACT is undergoing major changes, making the test more flexible and student-friendly. If you plan to take the ACT soon, here’s what...

Agather College Consulting
Jan 313 min read


High School Course Planning: Think Rubber Band + Long-Term Plan
When it comes to high school course planning, students and parents often feel overwhelmed by the choices and expectations. The goal...

Agather College Consulting
Jan 93 min read


Want an affordable college? Shop like you are buying a car!
True story: A few years ago, a parent casually said to me, “I am taking my son to visit Wake Forest this weekend.” As a college...
Liz Agather
May 12, 20226 min read
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